Spring Burke Lake Half
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2026 Spring Burke Lake 5k, 10k, and Half
The event takes place at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station and offers trail races in three distances. Points from this race count toward the organizer’s Year-Long 5k, 10k, Endurance, and Back of the Pack series, and toward the Spring Series.
Distances:
- 5k
- 10k
- Half marathon
The route uses maintained park trails and is described as fairly flat with occasional roots to navigate. The 5k and 10k follow a single out-and-back course. The half marathon uses the out-and-back route twice. Walkers are welcome, and a virtual race option is available for participants who cannot attend in person.
Runners receive a finisher’s medal, a technical Drifit event shirt (shirts guaranteed for registrations before April 29), and chip timing. Live results are posted online and final results with series points are published after the event. Aid stations are provided along each course: nine water stations on the half marathon at specified mile markers, three on the 10k, and two on the 5k; Gatorade is available at some stations. Packet pickup is available at the venue; organizers recommend arriving about 60 minutes before the event to check in. Race day registration is offered, with t-shirt sizes subject to availability for late registrants.
The race supports Blood Cancer United and includes awards for overall and age-group placings. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
