Turquoise Trail Burro Race - Cerrillos, NM

The Turquoise Trail Burro Race - Cerrillos, NM is a pack burro race in Los Cerrillos, New Mexico, on May 1, 2027, through the historic Cerrillos Hills State Park. Participants choose between two trail courses, 6 miles (9.7 km) and 3 miles (4.8 km), both starting at 10 a.m. in the Main Street area before heading out onto scenic trails.

The 3-mile course has been revised and now loops around the north of town, while the longer course follows Western Pack Burro Association rules. Participants should be prepared for mild weather and limited parking; facilities include portable toilets and a single local restaurant. Timing is handled by professionals, with results recorded by electronic chip.