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New Mexico Pack Burros

We celebrate the heritage of the American Burro by showcasing their athletic and hard working abilities through trail races and backcountry packing across the Southwest.

Upcoming Races

Open Applications

Go Beyond the Map
[Pecos Expedition]

Expedition Members leave with stronger leadership skills, deeper self-awareness, and practical backcountry confidence—earned through a three-day guided burro expedition in New Mexico wilderness.

Info & Team Application

1 day Clinic: Backcountry Burro Workshop

Expedition Members leave with stronger leadership skills, deeper self-awareness, and practical backcountry confidence—earned through a three-day guided burro expedition in New Mexico wilderness.

Clinic Registration

What We Do

Historic endurance races rooted in New Mexico’s mining past.
Events for racers, families, and spectators.

Pack Burro Races

Historic endurance races rooted in New Mexico’s mining past.
Events for racers, families, and spectators.

Race Calendar

Backcountry Adventures

Guided trips and experiences with pack burros across New Mexico’s trails.
Designed for connection, learning, and adventure.

Plan an Adventure

Education & Training

Resources, clinics, and knowledge for pack burro care, handling, and trail skills.

Learn more

More Than a Race. A Living Tradition.

Pack burro racing honors the history of miners, animals, and communities that shaped the Southwest.
We focus on animal welfare, community connection, and keeping this tradition alive for future generations.