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Run With The Burros
Pack Burro Race & Trail Run - 2nd Saturday of April. Distances of 5 miles, 10 miles, 18 miles, and 26.2 miles. Run with or without a donkey, Support California Breakfast Burritos and the Forever Home Donkey Rescue & Sanctuary
Tombstone Desert Donkey Dash
Run with a donkey in the "Town Too Tough to Die!" Please join us for the 7th Annual Tombstone Desert Donkey Dash on Saturday, April 18, 2026!
Turquoise Trail
Come race in the beautiful former mining town of Cerrillos, New Mexico! Set in the historic and scenic Cerrillos hills this quaint western town is the perfect back drop for fast single track burro race or a hike in the hills with your burro.
Magdalena Burro Stampede
Magdalena, New Mexico, is a village steeped in the rugged spirit of the Old West. Established in the 1880s, it flourished as a mining and ranching hub, with the nearby Kelly Mine yielding lead, silver, and zinc. The arrival of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway in 1885 transformed Magdalena into a vital shipping point for ore, livestock, and wool, earning it the nickname "Trails End." The historic stockyards, once bustling with cattle driven along the 125-mile Magdalena Livestock Driveway, remain a testament to its storied past.
Georgetown Pack Burro race
Approximately 6 miles from Georgetown around the East side of Georgetown Lake and up to 1883 Saxon Mountaion Trail.
Idaho Springs Pack Burro race
Rolling start after Parade down Main Street begins at Citizens Park, heading east turning north up 17th Ave, across Colorado Blvd up Virginia Canyon on the dirt road that features a 12% grade/climb, switch back down following White Surveyor flags, Race Signage, and flour arrows to old miners driveway at the open gate, up and over, down and winding around down Rose Gulch, over logs, under trees, coming out over the Argo Mill, heading back west on Wall Street turning right at 23rd Ave, right on Virginia Street toward the back of the Elks Lodge with a sharp left finish on 16th to the west of the Elks Lodge!
Creede Donkey Dash
Please join us for the 8th year of the Creede Donkey Dash on Saturday, June 7, 2025!
Burney Basin Days
Join Us for the Burney Basin Trail Run! All distances start at 7:30 am!
Experience part of the Historic Great Shasta Rail Trail and a scenic forest road through the breathtaking Burney Basin. All distances start together at the same location: Coordinates 40.92845, -121.64423. Take Black Ranch rd from 299 for 2 ish miles and the race start is where the rail trail crosses Black Ranch rd on the right
• 5K runners will turn right before the 10K split.
• 10K runners will enjoy an extended route through this stunning landscape.
• Burro racers will start at the same time as the runners, adding an exciting twist to the event!
We’re thrilled to bring this unique run to the Burney Basin Day festivities! After the race, explore the town and stick around for the craft fair, parade, and fireworks the next day.
Come for the run—stay for the fun!
Victor Pack Burro Race
Held in the heart of the historic Cripple Creek and Victor Mining District and in conjunction with the Victor Gold Rush Days https://www.victorgoldrushdays.com/, the oldest continuously held festival in Colorado, the Victor Pack Burro Race offers a short but challenging day of Pack Burro Racing. The 7.3-mile course starts and finishes in the heart of Victor on Victor Avenue. The course has 1,100 feet of elevation gain with lots of ups and downs, uneven footing, fantastic views, and passes by historic mine sites. Please be certain to study the course map. While the course is well-marked, there are several intersecting trails and roads along the route. Bib pick-up and day of race registration starts at 10:00 a.m., race begins at 12:00 p.m. We would also love for you to participate in our Gold Rush Days Parade that begins at 11:00 a.m.
Buena Vista "Curitis Imrie Day" pack burro race
Buena Vista Pack Burro Race - August 2, 2026
“Curtis Imrie Day”
Triple Crown of Pack Burro Racing 2nd Leg 2026
Leadville Boom Days Pack Burro Race
The Leadville Boom Days Pack Burro Race takes places on Sunday morning! Join us to cheer on the teams as they take off on Harrison Avenue and work their way up Leadville’s mining district on the East side.
HAULING ASS FOR OVER 70 YEARS!
STAY TUNED FOR 2026 Burro Race Registration
LIMITED Race day registration
Be sure to check the updated race rules
RACE DETAILS:
Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
Location: Leadville, CO
Registration & equipment check: 8:00am in front of Community Banks of Colorado, 4th & Harrison Ave.
Race Starts:
Long Course: 10:00am
Short Course: 10:15am
Course Distances:
Stay tuned for some updates!
Want to get the best seats in town for the burro race? Sign up here for a shift as a volunteer for the race! See you there!
Sierra Blanca Pack Burro Race
Come join us in Ruidoso for a epic day of racing around this beautiful mountain town that was a keystone in the western frontier and sits in the shadow of Sierra Blanca.
South Fork "Alder Ass" Pack Burro Race
Please join us for the 5th annual South Fork Alder Ass Race on Saturday, September 5, 2026!
Silver City
The 2nd annual Silver Lode Scramble brings the grit, history, and spirit of pack burro racing to the heart of Silver City, New Mexico. Starting on historic Broadway Avenue, runners and their burro partners surge through the vibrant downtown before climbing into the rugged trails of Boston Hill Open Space. Once a hub of hard-rock mining, Boston Hill is now a unique landscape of winding singletrack, panoramic views, and relics of the mining era—making it a perfect stage for this heritage-rich sport.
Athletes will tackle either 6-mile or 3-mile courses, each filled with steep climbs, sharp descents, and the unpredictable dynamics of working alongside their burros. Cheered on by crowds lining Broadway and at trailheads across the course, the race will capture the small-town energy and community pride that define Silver City.
Hermosa Run With The Burros
Run with the Burros is a one of a kind trail running fundraiser through the heart of the Gila National Forest. Choose between a half-marathon or 5K and experience rugged dirt roads, winding single-track trails, and expansive views you won’t find anywhere else, all alongside very cool burro companions. You can choose to bring your burro and run, or just yourself. Either way, it’ll be a wonderful experience!
This event is about community, adventure, and celebrating the wild. After the run, participants are invited to stick around for a barbecue, good vibes, and well earned relaxation. Spectators are also welcome to join the barbecue! A link to RSVP for the barbecue will be available soon, so bring your cheer squad.
Expect beautiful scenery, dusty shoes, trail run magic, and maybe a glass of wine as you swap stories post-race. Whether you’re here for the miles, the burros, or the cause, this is not your average run, and that’s the point.
All proceeds support Natural Curiosity’s outdoor education and conservation mission. Come run wild with us!
River and Rails Donkey Dash
3, 6, and 9 Mile course options. Solo trail runners/ hikers welcome.
Giddy Up and Run
Giddyup and Run Pack Burro Race
March 20-21, East Fork Stables, TN
We offer Southern Hospitality!
New Year Burro Bash
Come ring in the New Year surrounded by laughter, good company, and the best long ears around! Join us for a fun, festive trail run that celebrates friendship, fresh starts, and the undeniable charm of our favorite burros!
Weekend at Burney
Weekend at Burney run/walk/crawl features a looped 4.6 ish mile course, providing a challenging and scenic environment for runners. All distances and timed options use the same 4.6 ish mile loop. The course takes runners through the natural beauty of the forest, showcasing its lush greenery, and gorgeous fall colors, diverse wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes. With each lap, runners will experience the varied terrain, including rolling hills, and wooded areas. Visit Baum Lake each loop and enjoy a beautiful starry sky at night. The course consists of flowy single-track trail and forest road. The looped course design allows participants to gauge their progress, and a convenient fully stocked aid station at the start/finish. The aid station will have traditional runner snacks, soda, water, electrolytes, hot food made to order, and a broth bar. A party on the trail! Overall, it promises to be an exhilarating and demanding race amidst the stunning backdrop of Lassen National Forest. The 100 mile and 48 hr challenge start 6pm on Thursday and go until Saturday at 6pm, all 24 hr options start on Friday at 6pm and go until Saturday at 6pm. All other race options start Saturday morning at the specified times.
Silver Lode Scramble
The inaugural Silver Lode Scramble brings the grit, history, and spirit of pack burro racing to the heart of Silver City, New Mexico.
Naturita Pack Burro Race
Location: Naturita Colorado
Race Date: May, 17, 2025
Time: 9:00AM - 4:00PM
Sandam Burro Jam
Come join us for three days of burro fun, September 27th, 28th, and 29th at the beautiful Sandam Ranch, 100 acres in the middle of the Prescott National Forest located in Dewey, AZ!
Frederick Pack Burro Race
8th Annual Miners Day Pack Burro Race Presented by Premier Members Credit Union
Celebrate Miners Day with this great sport begun by some of Colorado’s 19th-century miners. This 9K race will begin right after the Frederick Miners Day parade (between 10:30 am & 11 am). The 9K race will start at Fifth Street and Locust Street (Downtown Frederick), head north along the trail and through the tunnel towards the Frederick Recreation Area, loop around Milavec Lake, head back south to the finish line in Centennial Park. There are some small bridges along the paved trail.
Greenland Pack Burro Race
Welcome to the 4th annual Greenland Open Space Pack Burro Race presented by Double Rainbow Ranch! Grab your burro and join us for a fun and rewarding day on the majestic Greenland Open Space Trail in beautiful Larkspur, Colorado.
South Fork Alder Ass Pack Burro Race
Please join us for the fourth annual South Fork Alder Ass Race hosted by the South Fork Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, August 30, 2025!
https://www.adventuresignup.com/Race/CO/SouthFork/SouthForkAlderAssRace
Buena Vista Pack Burro Race “Curtis Imrie Day”
Buena Vista Pack Burro Race - August 10, 2025
“Curtis Imrie Day”
The start of the race is at 10 am
https://buenavistapackburrorace.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=11202
Leadville Boom Days Pack Burro Race
The Leadville Boom Days Pack Burro Race takes places on Sunday morning! Join us to cheer on the teams as they take off on Harrison Avenue and work their way up Leadville’s mining district on the East side.
HAULING ASS FOR OVER 70 YEARS!
Stay Tuned for 2025 Burro Race Registration!
http://www.leadvilleboomdays.org/welcome-2/
https://leadvillepackburrorace.itsyourrace.com/event.aspx?id=10797
Fairplay “The World Championship Pack Burro Race”
The first year of the World Championship Pack Burro Race in 1949 saw 21 entrants with only 8 finishing the race. These days there are nearly 100 racers and burros that take on this historic challenge. Some choose the “lower altitude” short course of approximately 15 miles while others take on the long course and attempt the grueling climb to the top of Mosquito Pass and back, 29+ miles and an elevation change of 3,232'! The racers start at 9,953 feet in Fairplay with long course runners hitting their halfway point at the top of Mosquito Pass, elevation 13,185'!
***Disclaimer 3/21/25: Jack chains are no longer prohibited. Jack chains may be used only if used with a pressure-release technique. (A jack chain is a chain or strap which is used to apply pressure over the muzzle, under the chin, or through the mouth).
***The Short Course route is currently under review and might change prior to May 9, 2025. Registered racers will be notified of any changes in a timely manner and will have the opportunity to request a refund if the changes are to the racer’s dissatisfaction and they choose not to participate in the race.
https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/Fairplay/WorldChampionshipPackBurroRace
Victor Pack Burro Race
Victor’s annual pack burro race is moving to July during Gold Rush Days celebration.
Set in the heart of the historic Cripple Creek & Victor Mining District, the Victor Pack Burro Race offers a short but challenging day of Pack Burro Racing. The 7.3-mile course starts and finishes in the heart of Victor on Victor Avenue. The course has 1,100 feet of elevation gain with lots of ups and downs, uneven footing, fantastic views, and passes by historic mine sites. Bib pick-up and day of race registration starts at 8:00 a.m., race begins at 10:00 a.m.
Inaugural Burney Basin Days
Join Us for the Burney Basin Trail Run!
Experience part of the Historic Great Shasta Rail Trail and a scenic forest road through the breathtaking Burney Basin. All distances start together at the same location: Coordinates 40.92845, -121.64423.
• 5K runners will turn right before the 10K split.
• 10K runners will enjoy an extended route through this stunning landscape.
• Burro racers will start at the same time as the runners, adding an exciting twist to the event!
We’re thrilled to bring this unique run to the Burney Basin Day festivities! After the race, explore the town and stick around for the craft fair, parade, and fireworks the next day.
Come for the run—stay for the fun!
Inaugural Magdalena Pack Burro Race
Join us for the inagural Magdalena Burro Stampede. This little village nestled in the shadow of the Magdalena mountains is the perfect mining and western town to host New Mexico's next burro race.
https://www.nmpackburros.com/event-details/magdalena-burro-stampede
Creede Donk Dash
Please join us for the 8th year of the Creede Donkey Dash on Saturday, June 7, 2025!
Idaho Springs Pack Burro Race
5 - 6 miles - Great distance for first-timers! Rolling start after Parade down Main street begins at Citizens Park, heading east turning north up 17th Ave, across Colorado Blvd up Virginia Canyon on the dirt road that features a 12% grade/climb, switchback down following flour arrows to old miners driveway at the open gate, up and over, down and winding around down Rose Gulch, over logs, under trees, coming out over the Argo Mill, heading back west on Riverside turning right at 23rd, left on Virginia Street toward the back of the Elks Lodge with a sharp left on 16th to the finish.
Georgetown Pack Burro Race
Approximately 8-9 miles from Georgetown to Empire and back. Remember to follow traffic patterns around the roundabout, yield to downhill runners, and after you're done check for ticks.
Tombstone Donkey Dash
Run with a donkey in the "Town Too Tough to Die!" Please join us for the 6th Annual Tombstone Desert Donkey Dash on Saturday, April 5, 2025!
Giddy Up and Run
Wanna try something new and exciting?
Grab a Burro and Join Us at the FIFTH Annual
GIDDYUP AND RUN Pack Burro Race
Friday, April 4th and Saturday April 5 th
, 2025
4, 5, 7, 10, 12, 15, 27, 35 mile distances (as best we can-same distances each day)
East Fork Stables near Allardt, TN