TMC Old Tucson Trail Run 8-MIle, 4 Mile, 1 Mile

🎉 Event Overview

Saddle up and head out to Old Tucson! The popular TMC Sunrise at Old Tucson Trail Run is back! Runners and walkers of all ages can choose either a 4-Mile Run or family-friendly 1-Mile Walk/Run, all entirely on the grounds of the newly reopened Old Tucson.

🏃‍♀️ Race Details

• New Race: We're planning a new 8-Mile race too, with a 2-mile loop inside the Old Tucson grounds, then a 4-mile loop on the trails of Tucson Mountain Park, then a closing 2-mile loop inside Old Tucson, with a start and finish at the Bitter Creek and High Chaparral sets.
• 4-Mile Route: Click here for the 4-mile route. The 4-mile trail run loops throughout the dusty streets, horse trails, and desert terrain of Old Tucson Studios. The 4-Miler is part of the 2026 SAR Running Shop Grand Prix.
• 1-Mile Walk/Run: Click here for the 1-Mile. The Family 1-mile includes a $10 entry for all 14-and-under, with no shirt. Cowboy costumes, children, and strollers are all welcome!
• Exciting Experience: Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just looking for a fun way to get some exercise, join us for an exciting morning at America's most legendary western film set. Passing through the gates of an old frontier town, you'll be transported back in time to the mythic Wild West. Dash down the streets of Hollywood’s most famous films, and walk in the footsteps of movie legends like John Wayne, Sharon Stone, and other class film stars.

👕 Participant Perks

All participants receive a free commemorative long sleeve shirt and colorful souvenir race number.

🍔 Post-Race Offerings

Want more? Mosey up to the cash bar for a post-race drink at the Bitter Creek set, pre-order a breakfast burrito for an additional $11.

⏰ Choose Your Race Day Distance

• 8-Mile Trail Run: starts at 7:30 am
• 4-Mile Trail Run: starts at 8:30 am
• 1-Mile Walk/Run: starts at 8:30 am
• Kids 1-Mile Walk/Run: $10 for all under 14 years old, starts at 9:00 am
• Free Lil' Partners Kids 100 yard dash: starts at 9:30 am (approx)

🏆 Highlights

• Commemorative Shirt: First 600 registrants guaranteed a commemorative colorful souvenir shirt - see here
• A la Carte Add-ons: Low pricing with a la carte add-ons, including Day Pass to Old Tucson, breakfast burrito, or additional souvenir shirts.
• Post-Race Bar: Post-race cash bar with beer, spirits and more at Stage 2, near the Bitter Creek finish line.
• Costume Contest: We'll hold a western-themed costume contest at the awards ceremony -- run in your western duds and try to win a costume contest prize!

🚧 Course Details

• Trail Conditions: The 8-Miler and 4-Miler includes single track trails, Horse Poop Alley, dirt roads, washes, and the dusty Old Tucson Main Street (wheelchairs and strollers will find this very challenging).
• 1-Mile Course: The 1-Mile Walk/Run course is less technical and loads of fun for walkers, joggers, and runners of all abilities (chairs and strollers should be fine on this trail, though chair athletes may have a difficult time navigating the terrain).
• Price: The 14-and-under 1-Mile is a low price of $10 but does not include a shirt.
• Free Lil' Partners Dash: Free Lil' Partners 100 yard dash for lil' cowpokes!

🎖️ Awards and Prizes

• Gift Certificates: Age Group and Overall Prizes: Gift certificates to The Running Shop for overall and age group winners.
• SAR Membership Discount: $2 off for all SAR members. The 4-Mile races are part of SAR's 2026 Running Shop/Mizuno Grand Prix.

🌲 Event Logistics

• Terrain: dirt, trails, and washes
• Difficulty: some sections are rugged, mostly flat but a few inclines, watch out for cactus
• Weather: 50's - 70's
• Differently Abled: the four-miler is not suited for chairs, but the 1-miler may be doable
• Pets: Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on Old Tucson property.

🏞️ Day Pass and Park Entry

All participants are invited to stay in the park until the park opens at 10:30. After 10:30, all of us will need a park pass to enjoy the day in the grounds. Details TBD.

🏛️ About Old Tucson

Old Tucson Studios is open Thursdays through Mondays from 10:30am to 5:00pm. More details can be found on their website www.oldtucson.com.

📍 Location and Directions

Click here for maps and details. Old Tucson Studios, 201 South Kinney Road, Tucson, AZ 85735.

🏆 Awards

Click here for Award details.

For questions, please contact [email protected].

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