Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run - Laurel Hill 2026

The race.

The Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run at Laurel Hill takes place on March 15, 2026, in Lorton, Virginia. Four race distances are offered: 5.4 miles, 5.6 miles, 10 miles, and 10.6 miles. The course combines forested singletrack, open meadow trails, fire roads, and grassy fields across 1,600 acres, with stream crossings and minimal pavement sections at the start and finish. The race starts and finishes at the Workhouse Arts Center. The terrain features short elevation changes rather than extended climbs, with most of the course on singletrack composed of dirt and crushed stone. Participants can support the local nonprofit Homestretch through a charitable giving option during race registration.