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16655 E Empire Ranch Rd, Sonoita AZ

Saturday, January 24th, 2026

🏃‍♂️ Empire Ranch Run Introduction

  • Date: January 24, 2026
  • Location: 16655 E Empire Ranch Rd, Sonoita, AZ
  • Registration: Registration opens soon!
  • Event URL: Empire Ranch Run Registration

🌄 Event Overview

  • Activities: The event includes a 10k Trail Run, a 5k Run/Walk, and a 1 mile family-friendly walk/run.
  • Scenery: Experience trails among the beautiful rolling grasslands of the high Sonoran Desert.
  • Location: Take part in the inaugural running event at the renowned Empire Ranch, near Las Cienegas National Conservation Area.
  • Accessibility: Just 50 miles southeast of Tucson and 10 miles north of Sonoita.

🏞 Historical Context

  • First-Time Event: This is the Empire Ranch's first use for a running event.
  • Unique Opportunity: Ideal chance to run in one of Arizona's famous locations for the first time.

🤝 Purpose and Partnership

  • Organizers: A collaborative event by the Empire Ranch Foundation and Run Tucson.
  • Fundraising: Proceeds will support the Empire Ranch Foundation in protecting and restoring historical buildings.
  • Legacy: Help sustain the Empire Ranch as an outstanding western heritage and education center.

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