Courses
Three ways to earn your finisher's bray, all through ponderosa forest at 7,000 feet. Final routes are being scouted now.
Long Course
~12 miles
The marquee run for experienced teams — forest roads and singletrack through the pines with real climbing at 7,000 feet.
Final route pending
Short Course
~6 miles
A solid challenge for runners newer to racing with a burro, or seasoned teams that want a faster day.
Final route pending
Intro Course
~3 miles
First time on a lead rope? This is the one. A friendly distance to learn what burro racing is about.
Final route pending
Course maps
Interactive maps coming
Maps, elevation profiles, and downloadable GPX files will be posted once routes are final and permitted.
What to expect
- Altitude.Flagstaff sits around 7,000 feet. If you're coming from lower ground, arrive a day or two early and hydrate like it's your job.
- Terrain. Forest roads and trail through pine country — runnable, with honest climbs. Details per course once routes are locked.
- Aid & water. Aid station locations and cutoff times will be published with the final course maps. Burros drink first.
- Weather. Late June is usually warm and dry, but mountain weather writes its own schedule. Plan for sun, wind, and surprise.