Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Riverbend
Great Falls, United States • 2 Nov 2025
Event overview
The Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Riverbend is scheduled for Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Riverbend Park in Great Falls, VA (8700 Potomac Hills Street, Great Falls, VA 22066). The event is produced by EX2 Adventures. Two course options are offered: 5 miles and 10 miles.
Course and event details
- 5 miles (one lap; ~350 feet elevation gain)
- 10 miles (two laps; ~700 feet elevation gain)
The course runs along the Potomac River and is just west of Great Falls National Park. It includes riverside singletrack, a few short hills, and scenic views. The organizer describes the course as not highly technical.
Additional facts: Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
- There is a charity partnership with Homestretch; registrants may donate during registration to support awareness and services.
- A supervised kids program (Little Fern Learning) is available on race morning; pre-registration and a participation fee are required.
- Race medals are optional; a special series medal is awarded to participants who complete all five series races.
- Key race rules: no in-ear headphones, no pets or pacers, no baby strollers, race numbers must be worn on the front and visible, and participants must stay on designated trails.