Spring Backyard Burn Trail Run – Pohick Bay – Lorton, VA 2026

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/ 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. Don’t miss this awesome Backyard Burn course! Charity partnership During registration, you will have an opportunity to su