Pack Burro Racing has a long and colorful history in the West, and South Fork is now host to an annual event sanctioned by The Western Pack Burro Racing Association. Join in as a spectator or as a participant (you’ll need to own or rent a burro!). There’s no riding in this sport; folks run alongside burros. And this is NOT an average foot race: even the fastest racer can be humbled by their running partner (with a mind of its own!).
Pack Burro Race starts at 10am at Brown's Park in South Fork.
Runner must have personal burro or have made arrangements to borrow a burro. Runners cannot participate in this race without a burro (no other equine permitted)- this is a burro race. Solo runners are NOT allowed to participate. No riding allowed- this is an in hand trail race with a burro. Burros shall be in good health and sound condition. Any runner mistreating their burro will be disqualified.
SATURDAY, August 30, 2025
7am: Rios Taco Shack Food Truck opens breakfast (7-10 AM) & lunch (10 AM-3 PM)
7am: Drift Away Mobile Coffee Trailer opens (7-3 PM)
8am: GAMES OPEN
10am: Annual Alder *** Race begins
10:35-10:45am: First 3-mile teams arrive at Finish Line
11:30-11:45am: First 11-mile teams arrive at Finish Line
3pm: Awards Ceremony under the tent at Brown's Park
