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

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 an 8-Mile Run, a 4-Mile Run, or family-friendly 1-Mile Walk/Run

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. 

• The new 8-Mile race includes 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. Starts at 7:30 am.

• 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.  There will be two sections of the 4-Miler:  The Women's 4-Miler starts at 9:00 am and the Men's/Open section starts at 10:00.

• Click here for the 1-Mile.  The Family 1-mile includes a $10 entry for all 14-and-under, with no shirt.  Western costumes, children, and strollers are all welcome!  The 1-Miler starts at 10:00.

• The first 750 participants receive a free commemorative sublimated shirt.

• All participants receive colorful souvenir race number. 

• Want more?  Mosey up to the cash bar for a post-race drink at the Bitter Creek set or pre-order a breakfast burrito here.

• Souvenir medal for sale for $15 (limited to 150)

Choose Your Race Day Distance — Times are tentative, as we work out the details with Old Tucson Entertainment

Saturday, February 21: Packet Pickup and In-Person Registration at The Running Shop

Sunday morning, February 22: Event Day!

6:30: In-person registration and packet pickup begins at the eastern end of the Old Tucson main parking lot. All shirt sizes are first-come, first-served. There are no race transfers allowed. New registrants can pay with cash or check. Please be nice to the staff and the volunteers.

7:30: Start 8-Miler, at Bitter Creek Set 

9:00: Women's Four-Miler 

10:00: Open and Men's Four Miler + the Family One Mile Walk/Fun Run 

9:00 or so: Breakfast and Cash Bar will open.

10:30 or so: Awards begin, Costume Contest, and Free Lil' Pardner's Fun Run — fun 100-yard dash around the High Chaparral and Bitter Creek sets 

11:30 or so: we try to wrap up. According to Old Tucson management, all participants are asked to leave the grounds by 11:15 or so, and then re-enter through the main entry turnstyles. 

REMINDER: Friends and family are allowed in Old Tucson during the event up until race end at 11:15 am. To stay in town after the park opens, participants can purchase a discounted ticket. These tickets must be purchased via this webpage ahead of time. 

Highlights: 

* First 750 registrants guaranteed a commemorative colorful souvenir shirt – see here

* Low pricing with a la carte add-ons, including Day Pass to Old Tucson, breakfast burrito, or additional souvenir shirts

* Post-race cash bar with beer, spirits and more at Stage 2, near the Bitter Creek finish line

* $2 off for all SAR members. The 4-Mile races are part of SAR's 2026 Running Shop/Mizuno Grand Prix.  

* Start/Finish at the Bitter Creek and High Chaparral sets

* 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! 

* 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)

* 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).  

* The 14-and-under 1-Mile is a low price of $10 but does not include a shirt.

* Free Lil' Partners 100 yard dash for lil' cowpokes!

* Age Group and Overall Prizes: Gift certificates to The Running Shop for overall and age group winners 

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

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 randy@runtucson.net.