Run with the Burros

A Race for Charity

Oct. 10th

Run with your burro or without.

Half Marathon -

13.1 miles

5k -

3.1 miles

Run with the Burros is a one of a kind trail running charity event through the heart of the Gila National Forest. Choose between a half-marathon or 5K and experience rugged dirt roads, winding single-track trails, and expansive views you won’t find anywhere else, all alongside very cool burro companions. You can choose to bring your burro and run, or just yourself. Either way, it’ll be a wonderful experience supporting outdoor education, research, and stewardship!

This event is about community, adventure, and celebrating the wild. After the run, participants are invited to stick around for a barbecue, good vibes, and well earned relaxation. Spectators are also welcome to join the barbecue! A link to RSVP for the barbecue will be available soon, so bring your cheer squad.

Expect beautiful scenery, dusty shoes, trail run magic, and maybe a glass of wine as you swap stories post-race. Whether you’re here for the miles, the burros, or the cause, this is not your average run, and that’s the point.

All proceeds support Natural Curiosity’s outdoor education and conservation mission. Come run wild with us!

About the event…

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More Information

All participants are expected to arrive at the event site, our Hermosa Field Station, the evening before race day. Limited indoor lodging is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Once those spaces are filled, participants may reserve an on-site campsite or choose to camp in the nearby national forest.

The registration fee includes participation in the race, barbecue, and, for those with a burro, space in our communal corrals with automatic water troughs. If you would prefer to bring your own panels so your burro has its own space, please inform us in advance so we can plan accordingly.

Your Questions, Answered

  • This event will take place on October 10th, 2026. We ask that all race participants arrive at our field station on October 9th, the day before the race.
    The half-marathon will begin at 8:30 am, and the 5k will start at 9:15 am.

  • Registration includes entry to the race of your choice, space for your burro in our corrals, a parking space, and a meal ticket for our post-race barbecue.

  • We have rooms, wall tents, and campsites available on a first-come, first-served basis at our field station. Please see our lodging page for more details. You are also welcome to camp nearby in the national forest.

  • Designated parking areas for personal vehicles and trailers will be clearly marked with flagging. Volunteers will also be on site to help direct parking and ensure the process runs smoothly.

  • A post-race celebratory barbecue will take place at our field station and is included with race registration. Family, friends, and other spectators are welcome to join for $8 per person, payable at the barbecue. Children under 5 eat for free.

    The Barbecue will begin at 12 pm.

    Beer and wine will be available at the barbecue for an extra charge. This is not included in the racers’ registration.

  • We welcome participants who wish to extend their stay at our field station. If you are interested, please make arrangements in advance so we can reserve accommodations accordingly.

  • We have communal corrals equipped with automatic water troughs and encourage their use. However, if your burro prefers a private space, we understand. Please let us know in advance if you plan to bring your own corral panels. Additionally, we ask that you provide feed for your burro.

  • The half-marathon will begin at 8 am, and the 5k will begin at 8:45 am. We ask that racers be at or near the start line 15 minutes prior to the start of their race.

  • You are welcome to hang out on the property, read a book, explore more of the area, or, if needed, help out with the events of the day!

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