Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run - Pohick Bay
- Date Sun 27th April 2025
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Lorton, Virginia
- Price $48.70 - $54.00
- Races 2 races
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor experience at the Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run taking place on Sunday, April 27, 2025, in the scenic Lorton, Fairfax area! This exciting event features two race distances—5.7 miles and 10.1 miles—allowing participants of all skill levels to enjoy the picturesque trails of Pohick Bay. Nestled along Gunston Cove and adjacent to the beautiful Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge, this trail run offers a perfect blend of challenging terrain, including forested fire roads, twisty hiking paths, and stunning water views. Runners can expect an adventure filled with tight single-track, wide open double-track, and the thrill of spotting bald eagles soaring above.
Not only will you have a fantastic time on the trails, but you’ll also have the chance to support a great cause! By registering for the race, you can contribute to the local non-profit Homestretch, helping to raise awareness and funds for families in need in our community. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to run, explore, and make a difference at the Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run!
Not only will you have a fantastic time on the trails, but you’ll also have the chance to support a great cause! By registering for the race, you can contribute to the local non-profit Homestretch, helping to raise awareness and funds for families in need in our community. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to run, explore, and make a difference at the Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run!
Organiser's Description
The Spring Backyard Burn (SBYB) is a series of 5 and 10 mile trail running races held on some of the best trail networks in the Northern Virginia Area. All the courses include a mixture of forested fire roads, twisty hiking trails, stream crossings, grassy fields, and minimal pavement.
All race information including course maps, schedule, etc. can be found on the race website:
https://ex2adventures.com/trail-running/spring-backyard-burn-trail-running-series/sbyb-pohick-bay-park/
RACE DATE: Sunday April 27, 2025
COURSE LENGTH: 5.7 miles OR 10.1 miles
Situated on Gunston Cove and adjacent to Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge and Gunston Hall, home of Founding Father George Mason, Pohick Bay is steeped in beauty and history. The trails are excellent, the water views are amazing, and bald eagle sightings are common. The moderately technical course includes tight single-track, wide open double-track, challenging climbs, and flowy descents. Dont miss this awesome Backyard Burn course!
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.
All race information including course maps, schedule, etc. can be found on the race website:
https://ex2adventures.com/trail-running/spring-backyard-burn-trail-running-series/sbyb-pohick-bay-park/
RACE DATE: Sunday April 27, 2025
COURSE LENGTH: 5.7 miles OR 10.1 miles
Situated on Gunston Cove and adjacent to Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge and Gunston Hall, home of Founding Father George Mason, Pohick Bay is steeped in beauty and history. The trails are excellent, the water views are amazing, and bald eagle sightings are common. The moderately technical course includes tight single-track, wide open double-track, challenging climbs, and flowy descents. Dont miss this awesome Backyard Burn course!
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.
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