Backcountry runners are embracing the physical and emotional challenge of racing with pack burros that don’t always move at their pace. Burro races honor Old West ...

Burro racing emerged shortly after World War II in depopulated Colorado mining towns and now is an official state-heritage sport with marquee races in Leadville, Buena Vista and Fairplay that ...

Modern race circuit Burro racing emerged shortly after World War II in depopulated Colorado mining towns and now ... Buena Vista and Fairplay that blend county-fair cheer and athleticism.