Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Riverbend

Great Falls, United States • 2 Nov 2025

The Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run at Riverbend Park in Great Falls, VA, is a scenic trail running event featuring 5-mile and 10-mile race options. Set adjacent to the Potomac River and near Great Falls National Park, the course offers beautiful riverside singletrack trails with a few short hills and stunning views, designed to be accessible rather than highly technical. Participants enjoy a professionally organized race with aid stations, medical support, post-race food, music, awards, and giveaways. The event also supports a local charity, Homestretch, and encourages community involvement. It is part of a series of trail runs hosted by EX2 Adventures in Fairfax County, VA. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 mi
700 m+
10 Miles
5 mi
350 m+
5 Miles
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