Empire Ranch Run

Sonoita, United States • 23 Jan 2027

Event Details

The Empire Ranch Trail Run is a running and walking event held at the historic Empire Ranch in Sonoita, Arizona. The event offers multiple distances on trail terrain.

Distances and Registration

The event includes the following distances:

  • 10k Run
  • 5k Run/Walk
  • 1 Mile Walk/Run
  • Children's Mile: 14-and-under
  • Parent's One-Mile

The listed registration prices vary by event. The 10k and 5k are $35, the 1 Mile Walk/Run is $30, and the children's and parent's mile events are $5. Entry capacity is limited for some events.

The Course and Location

The event takes place at 16655 E Empire Ranch Rd in Sonoita, AZ. The course is described as a combination of dirt trails, BLM 2-track, cattle paths, and Empire Ranch lands. The terrain includes some rocky sections and rolling hills, with a "green" technical rating. The event notes that cows may be present on the course.

This course is not suitable for chair athletes and the rugged nature may make it difficult for visually impaired athletes. Dogs are not permitted on the running courses. There is on-site parking available at the ranch.

Event Features

The event is produced by Run Tucson in partnership with the Empire Ranch Foundation and the Bureau of Land Management. It is noted as the first-ever running event held at the Historic Empire Ranch on the Las Cienegas National Conservation Area.

The event includes ranch activities such as branding demonstrations, a discussion about movies filmed at the ranch, leather bag lacing for kids, reata making, roping, a saddle selfie station, and plein air painting.

A souvenir race shirt is included with registration. Age group and overall awards are given, and post-race snacks are provided. The 10k, 5k, and 1 mile events are timed and include a finisher's video. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k Run
5 km
5k Run/walk
Children's Mile: 14-and-Under
Parent's One-Mile
1 Mile Walk/run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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