Crowd gathers for annual ATV mud pit races in Hurley

HURLEY — A crowd of spectators gathered Sunday afternoon to watch the annual Iron County Mud Pit races put on by the Hurley Fire Department.

The races took place in a large pit along the Iron Horse Trail just west of downtown.

The event was part of the 31st annual Memorial Day Weekend ATV Rally.

With local businesses and the Hurley Area Chamber of Commerce also helping support the event, it draws in a crowd each year.

Cash prizes were awarded to the top racers in various divisions, with $100 going to the first place rider.

With intermittent rain and sunshine, spectators enjoyed burgers, hot dogs, soda, beer and other refreshments while watching the main event.

The fire department also held a few raffles, sold T-shirts and other novelty items. The raffle prizes included handguns other items.

Proceeds from the event go towards supporting the local Hurley Fire Department in its upkeep of equipment and services.