World Championship Pack Burro Race
- Date
- July 26, 2026
- Location
- 531 Front Street, Fairplay, CO
- Distance
- Long Course, 29+ miles · Short Course, approximately 12.3 miles
From the Organizer
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 12.3 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: Staff are currently discussing a time limit for each course. Racers will have until a certain time to reach a specified checkpoint. If they reach the checkpoint after the required time, they will be directed to turn around and will receive a DNF.
Free race photos provided by Pack Burro Racing Photographers at PBRphotos.org
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the World Championship Pack Burro Race?
- World Championship Pack Burro Race is a running event held in Fairplay, CO. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the World Championship Pack Burro Race?
- Sunday, July 26, 2026 in Fairplay, CO at 531 Front Street, Fairplay, CO. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the World Championship Pack Burro Race?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
World Championship Pack Burro Race
Jul 26, 2026