Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Laurel Hill
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Event details
The Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run at Laurel Hill is scheduled for Sunday, November 23, 2025, at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, VA (9518 Workhouse Way). It is part of the Fall Backyard Burn Trail Running Series. Distances offered:
- 5.4 miles (one lap)
- 10 miles (two laps)
The event lists a charity partnership with Homestretch. A kids race for ages 2-11 and a supervised kids program run by Little Fern Learning are offered; the kids program requires pre-registration and has a per-child fee.
Course and race information
The course runs on singletrack through forest and open meadow across 1600 acres of the former Lorton Reformatory grounds. The race starts and finishes under the old guard towers at the Workhouse Arts Center. Most of the route is singletrack on dirt and crushed stone. Only short pavement sections occur at the beginning and end. There are no extended climbs, but there are frequent short ups and downs. Approximate elevation gain is 350 feet for the 5.4-mile lap and 700 feet for the 10-mile option.
Race rules note that in-ear headphones are not permitted, outside assistance is limited, race numbers must be visible on the front, pets and pacers are not allowed, strollers are prohibited, and racers must stay on designated trails. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.