Empire Ranch Trail Run

Race Information

• Event Date: January 23, 2027
• Location: 16655 E Empire Ranch Rd, Sonoita, AZ
• Registration: More details can be found at this link.

Updates

• Thank You: Thank you to the almost 700 participants! Here's the emailed race report that we sent to participants in the Empire Ranch Trail Run.
• Results: Results can be found at the link above and here. Thanks to Roadrunner Race Timing.
• Awards: If you did not pick up your award at the post-race ceremony, all Running Shop gift certificates can be picked up through the end of February at The Running Shop, 3055 North Campbell Avenue, Tucson.
• Photos: Damion Alexander's photos can be found at his smug mug page here.

Additional Information

• Race Director Photos: Race Director snapshot photos can be found at the link above.
• Shirts and Medals: If you did not pick up your shirt or purchased medal, you can pick them up through the end of February at The Running Shop, 3055 North Campbell Avenue, Tucson. Shirts are on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Press Release: Check out the national press release announcing the Empire Ranch Trail Run.
• Event Highlights: The Empire Ranch Trail Run will include a 10k Trail Run, a 5k Trail Run/Walk, and a 1 mile family-friendly trail walk/run.

Event Purpose

• Historic Significance: This is the first-ever running event held at the Historic Empire Ranch on the beautiful Las Cienegas National Conservation Area.
• Cultural Celebration: With demonstrations and displays depicting ranch life and the history of the Historic Empire Ranch, the Trail Run kicks off the Empire Ranch Foundation's yearlong 150th anniversary celebration and will honor America's 250th anniversary.
• Fundraising: Raising funds for the Empire Ranch Foundation to protect, restore, and sustain the Empire Ranch historical buildings and landscape as an outstanding western heritage and education center.
• Community Involvement: Whether you run, walk, volunteer, or just want to watch and cheer, there will be fun for everyone!