XC Wiki

What is Cross Country? 

Cross country is a sport in which teams and individuals run a race on open-air courses over natural terrain such as dirt or grass. 

High School cross country races are usually 3 miles to 5 kilometers (3.1 miles) in distance.  Races involve running non-stop over the full distance. 

Where are the races held? 

We compete in the National District. Our district races are held at these Fairfax County Parks:

• Burke Lake Park

• Grove Point Park (Formerly Franconia Park)

• Franconia Park (Formerly Lee District)

• Mason District Park

• South Run Park