Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Fountainhead - 10 Mile
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External Event
Distance
10.5 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
Fountainhead Regional Park is situated along the banks of the Occoquan Reservoir in Western Fairfax County. This awesome race course is beautiful and consists of hiking trails and a few old dirt roads. We’ve been racing at Fountainhead for over 15 years…and it continues to be a racer favorite. Race Date: Sunday December6, 2026 Course Length and Elevation Gain: 4.8 miles (450 feet) OR 10.5 miles (950 feet) Charity partnership During registration, you will have an opportunity to support a local non-profit Homestretch. The goal of the charity partnership is to first and foremost to raise awareness of the services Homestretch provides to families in our area. In addition, we hope to raise funds that will directly support their efforts. Please consider making a donation when you register.
Typical conditions
For events around December 2026 in Fairfax Station, VA, United States: Typical mid-winter / cooler season in this region — dress in layers and check the official page for weather-related changes.
How to prepare
Trail events reward time on uneven surfaces and hills. Practice footing and bring the shoes and hydration the organizer recommends — details vary by race.
Find races near youGetting there
This event is listed in Fairfax Station, VA, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
Registration is handled by the official event organizer
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- Dec 6, 2026 · 9:00 AM
- Dec 6, 2026 · 9:00 AM (this one)
