El Vaquero Loco
El Vaquero Loco is a running, trail running, and ultra race on August 1, 2026 in Afton, WY, with entry fees from $100 to $150.
- Date
- August 1, 2026 (9 days to go)
- Location
- Cottonwood Lake, Afton, WY
- Price
- $100–$150
- Sports
- RunningTrail RunningUltra
From the Organizer
Old school fun in Western Wyoming. Since 2004 we've put on a world class 31k and 50k trail races on rugged terrain in the Wyoming Wilderness. It's a community race that's a benefit for the Star Valley High School Track and Cross Country Teams.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
45°
Chance of Rain
20%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Afton, 2 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Afton, WY
Population
1,982
as of 2023
City Elevation
6,175 ft
Nearest Airport
JAC
Jackson Hole Airport · 63 mi
Major Hub
SLC
Salt Lake City International Airport · 143 mi
Time Zone
Mountain Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
What Are You
Waiting For?
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From Endurance Grid
About These Sports
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are an accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Trail Running
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain makes for an exciting twist and adventure in your running journey.
Ultramarathon
An ultramarathon is anything beyond the standard marathon — 50K, 50-mile, 100K, 100-mile, and timed events. Crossing the line is less about speed and more about not quitting.
Coming Up
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53 miles away
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55 miles away
Snow King Hill Climb
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53 miles away
Farm Life 5k Trail Run
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73 miles away
Plan your trip
Make it a Racecation
Coming from out of town? There's more to Afton than race day. We'll help you line up nearby lodging, flights, a rental car, and things to do so you can make the most of your racecation.
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El Vaquero Loco
Aug 1, 2026