El Vaquero Loco
Smoot, United States • 1 Aug 2026
Event overview
El Vaquero Loco takes place on Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Afton, Wyoming. The event offers two trail race distances:
- 50k
- 31k
Registration has a fee of $150 for the 50k and $100 for the 31k. Registration closes on July 31, 2026. The event has offered 31k and 50k trail races since 2004 and is presented as a community race that benefits the Star Valley High School Track and Cross Country Teams.
Course and logistics
The 50k starts at Cottonwood Lake, which also serves as the finish line for both distances. The 31k starts at Canyon View Park in Afton. Course maps and GPX files are available for each distance. The races take place on trail routes described as rugged terrain in the Wyoming Wilderness. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.