Buena Vista Pack Burro Race

Buena Vista, United States • 10 Aug 2025

The Buena Vista Pack Burro Race, held in Buena Vista, Colorado, is a unique 14-mile pack burro running event and the third leg of the 2025 PBR Triple Crown. Participants race alongside their burros, donkeys equipped with pack saddles carrying prospector gear, over challenging terrain that reflects the historic use of burros in the American West. The race emphasizes teamwork between runner and burro, with strict rules on equipment and animal welfare. The event fosters a friendly, community atmosphere with volunteer support, a pizza buffet, and awards. It also encourages donations to local causes, blending sport, history, and conservation in a spirited outdoor experience. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

14 mi
Course 14 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
Trail runs nearby

The Leadville Turquoise Lake 20K is a scenic mountain race held in Leadville, Colorado, featuring a 20-kilometer course around Turquoise Lake. The route begins with 6.5 miles of hilly paved road, followed by 5.5 miles of single-track dirt trail, offering runners stunning views of the surrounding mou..

The Fish Hatchery 5K Trail Run takes place at the historic Leadville National Fish Hatchery in Leadville, Colorado. This scenic 5K features a cross-country style course that winds through subalpine forest areas near Evergreen Lakes and lower Rock Creek. The route includes a mix of dirt roads, paths,..

The Leadville Trail Marathon and Heavy Half are challenging trail running events held in Leadville, Colorado, traversing historic mining district trails. The marathon covers 26.4 miles with 6,167 feet of elevation gain, while the Heavy Half is 15.4 miles with 3,421 feet of gain. Both courses reach t..

The Leadville Silver Rush 50M is a challenging 50-mile trail run held in Leadville, Colorado, featuring 7,503 feet of elevation gain and reaching altitudes up to 12,024 feet. The out-and-back course traverses historic mining roads on the east side of Leadville, offering stunning views of the Rocky M..

The High Lonesome 100 is a challenging 100-mile trail race set in the stunning Sawatch Range of the Colorado Rocky Mountains. Participants will experience a grueling course featuring 23,500 feet of vertical gain, reaching elevations of 13,100 feet. The race includes a loop that traverses beautiful s..

The Sheep Mountain Trail Runs, part of the Human Potential Running Series, is an annual trail running event held in Fairplay, Colorado. The 11th edition offers three race distances: a 50-mile ultra, a 50k, and a half marathon, all starting and finishing at the Town of Fairplay Beach. The course chal..