Turquoise Trail Pack Burro Race

The first and last mile of each course will be paved or gravel road. From there the route will become 80% single track with dirt two track on a few ridges to allow for easier passing. Both courses pass several mine shafts, but they have safety rails and netting over the entrances. There is a moderate elevation gain on both courses as you climb up the beautiful Cerrillos hills.

START!

All teams will begin on main street across from the Black Bird Saloon in a mass start. This is the red A icon on the blue route. You will then have a few blocks to start out before hitting a small section of single track that will lead you out of town!

3 Mile Course
This course is intended for new pack burro racers or those looking for a short hike/walk/run with their burro. The turquoise line on the map indicates the route. You will have a small out and back section to the aid station and then where you will then be joined by the 6 mile teams for the remainder of the loop. The turns will be well marked! The actual  distance of the route is closer to 2.5 miles and has minimal elevation gains.

6 Mile Course
This course (red line) follows all Western Pack Burro Association race rules. This means the teams must have no longer than 15ft lead rope and the burro must have a pack saddle, pan, pick, and shovel. Please visit this link to view all rules of a WPBA race. The actual route distance is closer to 5.5 miles. The red line indicates the extension from the 3 mile course. You will run out with the 3 milers, turn right onto single track, race a large loop through the park and then meet back up with the 3 mile route at the aid station (water drop icon).

Aid Station

One aid station will be on the course (blue water marker). This will be a water only station and located on a county road that bysects the course. There is also horse trailer access here for anyone needing to be picked up. Water will be plastic water bottles in a cooler (self serve).