Cowboy Tough Adventure Race 2026

Description

Cowboy Tough Adventure Race Curt Gowdy State Park, WY USARA | Rocky Mountain Series | ARWS North America

Welcome to Cowboy Tough, one of the premier adventure races in the country, set deep in the rugged beauty of the Wyoming backcountry.

This is where big landscapes meet big decisions.

Race across the mountains, granite outcroppings, and high plains surrounding Curt Gowdy State Park on a course known for its stunning scenery, cool summer temperatures, and world-class singletrack. Whether you’re chasing the podium or stepping into your first long-course event, Cowboy Tough delivers an experience that is both accessible and relentlessly rewarding.

The Experience Cowboy Tough is built around strategy as much as strength.

With a Rogaine-style format, teams will:

Choose their own route Prioritize checkpoints Decide when to push, and when to let something go Top teams will be tested to their limits, while newer teams can scale the experience by making smart, strategic decisions along the way.

You don’t have to clear the course to have a great race. You just have to race it well.

Race Disciplines Mountain Bike | Trek | Paddle (Trek-only options available)

Expect:

Flowing and technical singletrack riding Expansive trekking routes through rugged terrain Scenic paddling sections that break up the effort and elevate the experience

Why Cowboy Tough? Because this race lives up to its name.

It’s:

Big skies and bigger terrain Quiet moments in the backcountry followed by decisive race moves A course that rewards grit, teamwork, and smart navigation And through it all—you’re racing in one of the most beautiful and untamed environments in the country.

Race Credentials ✔ USARA Race Series ✔ Rocky Mountain Adventure Race Series ✔ ARWS North American Series

Earn points, test your limits, and see how you stack up.

Designed for All Levels Whether you're:

A competitive team chasing every checkpoint A developing team learning the ropes Or simply looking for an unforgettable adventure Cowboy Tough gives you the space to race your race.

The Bottom Line This isn’t just another race.

It’s a test of how you think, how you move, and how you show up when it gets hard.

Are you Cowboy Tough?

👉 Register now and experience one of the most iconic adventure races in the country.

50 Hour 7:00 AM - 9:15 AM Packet Pick-Up Opens 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM Rappel Station Check 9:15 AM - 9:30 AM Pre-Race Brief 10: 00 AM Race Start 1 2:00 PM Sunday, Race End 12:15 PM Sunday, Race Awards

8 Hour 7:00 AM Packet Pick-Up Opens 8:15 AM Pre-Race Brief 9:00 AM Race Start 5:00 PM Race End 5:15 PM Race Awards