Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run - Wakefield Park
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Event overview
The Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run at Wakefield Park takes place on Sunday, March 1, 2026, in Annandale, VA (8100 Braddock Road, 22003). The event is produced by EX2 Adventures and offers two race distances:
- 5 Mile
- 10 Mile
Entry fees listed are $45 for the 5 mile and $55 for the 10 mile. Prices increase after January 1, 2026. The event is part of the Spring Backyard Burn series, which also includes races at Pohick Bay, Lake Fairfax, and Laurel Hill on dates in March and April 2026. A multi-race bundle offers a 10% discount per event when registering for multiple races in the series.
Course, charity and extras
Courses use local trail networks in Northern Virginia and include forested fire roads, single-track and doubletrack trails, shallow stream crossings, grassy fields, and some pavement. Wakefield Park is described as having twisty single-track sections, wide doubletrack trails, and several shallow stream crossings. During registration, participants may donate to the local nonprofit Homestretch to raise awareness and funds for family services. Referral rewards are offered: refer three people for a $25 refund and refer six people for a second $25 refund. Sponsors are listed by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
