Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run - Laurel Hill

Lorton, United States • 15 Mar 2026

Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run - Laurel Hill (March 15, 2026)

The Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run at Laurel Hill is a trail running event produced by EX2 Adventures on March 15, 2026 in Lorton, VA. The event offers two race distances and has set entry fees for each distance. Registration opens December 28, 2025.

  • 5 Mile
  • 10 Mile

Course

The course runs through Laurel Hill Park on the former Lorton Reformatory grounds, covering portions of 1600 acres. The start and finish are located under the old guard towers at the Workhouse Arts Center. The route uses a mixture of forested fire roads, singletrack hiking trails, stream crossings, grassy fields, and minimal pavement. Much of the singletrack surface is dirt and crushed stone. The course has no extended climbs but includes many short ups and downs. Only short pavement sections occur at the beginning and end of the race.

Location and additional notes

Place: Workhouse Arts Center, 9601 Ox Road, Lorton, VA 22079. Entry fees listed are $45 for the 5 Mile and $55 for the 10 Mile. During registration, participants may choose to support a local nonprofit, Homestretch, to raise awareness and funds for family services in the area. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 mi
10 Mile
5 mi
5 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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