Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Fountainhead
- Date
- December 6, 2026
- Distance
- 5 Mile · 10 Mile
From the Organizer
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.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
49°
Typical Low
30°
Chance of Rain
33%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Vienna, 9 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Fairfax Station, VA
Elevation
366 ft
Nearest Airport
IAD
Washington Dulles International Airport · 15 mi
Time Zone
Eastern Time
From Endurance Grid
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Race Location
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Waiting For?
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Days to train
- Race
- Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Fountainhead
- Date
- December 6, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Fountainhead?
- Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Fountainhead is a running race held in Fairfax Station, Virginia on December 6, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
- When and where is the Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Fountainhead?
- Sunday, December 6, 2026 in Fairfax Station, Virginia at Fountainhead Regional Park, Fairfax Station, VA. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Fountainhead?
- Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.
Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Fountainhead
Dec 6, 2026