Empire Ranch Trail Run
Event summary
In addition to the exhilarating races, participants will receive a souvenir sublimated shirt if they are among the first 600 registrants, with an option to purchase a commemorative medal. The event also features engaging demonstrations and displays that highlight ranch life and the rich history of the iconic Empire Ranch. With awards for overall and age group winners courtesy of The Running Shop, plus delicious post-race snacks and food trucks, this event promises a fantastic experience for runners, walkers, and supporters alike. Join us for a day of fun, camaraderie, and community spirit as we raise funds for the Empire Ranch Foundation, dedicated to preserving this historical treasure. Don't miss out
Races
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10k Run
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
This trail run includes wide dirt trails, cattle paths, and the grounds of historic Empire Ranch, in the rolling grasslands of the Las Cienegas National Conservation Area. Includes the souvenir shirt.
Register9:30 AM MST
$48.70
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.70 Fee & T-Shirt
This trail run includes wide dirt trails, cattle paths, and the grounds of historic Empire Ranch, in the rolling grasslands of the Las Cienegas National Conservation Area. Includes the souvenir shirt.
Register9:35 AM MST
$48.70
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1 Mile Walk/Run
Incl. $2.80 Fee & T-Shirt
This trail walk/run includes the grounds of Empire Ranch and the Heritage Trail. It is not quite a mile and there are no formal prizes for overall or age group winners. Registrants receive the 2027 souvenir shirt, souvenir bib number, and official time, with finisher's video.
Register9:40 AM MST
$32.80
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Children's Mile: 10-and-under
Incl. $1.30 Fee
This trail walk/run includes the grounds of Empire Ranch and the Heritage Trail. It is not quite a mile and there are no formal prizes for overall or age group winners. Registrants do not receive the 2027 souvenir shirt but will receive a race bib and official time.
Register9:40 AM MST
$6.30
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Parent's One-Mile
If you want to accompany your child in the 10-and-under mile,, please sign up for this Parent's One-Mile. This trail walk/run includes the grounds of Empire Ranch and the Heritage Trail. It is not quite a mile and there are no formal prizes for overall or age group winners. Parents may accompany their children as a courtesy, with no race bib, no official time, and no souvenir shirt.
Register9:40 AM MST
Free
Organiser's description
SATURDAY JANUARY 23, 2027
SAVE THE DATE FOR THIS BOUTIQUE TRAIL RUN, AN EXCITING RUN/WALK EVENT, INCLUDING A 10K TRAIL RUN, A 5K TRAIL RUN/WALK, AND A 1 MILE FAMILY-FRIENDLY TRAIL WALK/RUN.
* Scenic trails in the Cienega Grasslands, between the Mustang Mountains and the majestic Santa Rita Mountains
* Souvenir sublimated shirt to first 600 registrants
* Souvenir medal for sale as add-on
* Event Day demonstrations and displays depicting ranch life and the history of the historic Empire Ranch
* Overall and Age Group Awards from The Running Shop
* Post-race snacks and goodies, with food trucks for additional purchase
Raising funds for the Empire Ranch Foundation https://empireranchfoundation.orgto protect, restore, and sustain the Empire Ranch historical buildings and landscape as an outstanding western heritage and education center.
Produced by Run Tucson in partnership with the Empire Ranch Foundation and the Bureau of Land Management, this is the only running event held at the Historic Empire Ranch on the beautiful Las Cienegas National Conservation Area.
Whether you run, walk, volunteer, or just want to be watch and cheer, there will be fun for everyone!
_"Are we having fun? Who doesnt like a little mud and cow pies? Seriously it was GREAT to be out, gorgeous views and the weather was perfect. The weather forecasters wanted to stress us but it didnt work. Thank you and the Ranch for all the work in organizing it." M.O._
2026 photos:
Photos: Damion Alexander's photos can be found at his smug mug page her https://thetucsonphotographer.smugmug.com/Sports/Running/Trail-Runs/Empire-Ranch-Racee.
Race Director snapshot photos can be found at the link https://runsignup.com/Race/Photos/AZ/Sonoita/RunTucsonTrailRun above.
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Location
16655 E Empire Ranch Rd, Sonoita, 85637, AZ, United States
Empire Ranch Trail Run
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