Victor Pack Burro Race
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Victor Pack Burro Race : Victor, Colorado
The Victor Pack Burro Race is a pack-burro running event held in Victor during the town's Gold Rush Days. The marked out-and-back course is 7.3 miles long with about 1,100 feet of elevation gain, featuring uneven footing, frequent ups and downs, scenic views, and passage by historic mine sites. The course starts and finishes on Victor Avenue in the heart of town and includes several intersecting trails and roads, so runners are advised to study the course map.
Registration requires a burro; burros can be reserved through a burro rental operation listed by the event. Each burro must carry a packed saddlebags set that includes a prospector and paraphernalia such as a pick, gold pan, and shovel. Missing required items or certain rule violations may result in disqualification. Teams consist of one runner and one burro who must remain together on the course; riders are not permitted. Lead rope rules restrict attachment to the halter and limit length to 15 feet. Jack or stud chains may be used with pressure-release technique; mistreatment of burros, use of needles, electric prods, whips, or firearms is prohibited. Out-of-state burros must meet health testing requirements.
All participants receive a finisher prize, a free meal, and free race photos. Cash and special awards are given to top finishers and to designated categories such as Last Ass and Nicest Ass. Proceeds after race costs benefit the Victor Elks Lodge for scholarships, benevolent activities, and historic building maintenance. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
