Turkey Trot on The Ranch
About this race
THANKSGIVING DAY - Thursday, November 26, 2026 | 8:00AM to 10:30AM
10K - 8:00AM | 5K - 8:30AM | Little Gobbler's 1K - 10:00AM
Rancho Mission Viejo’s 10th annual Turkey Trot on The Ranch features a 10K, 5K, and a Little Gobbler’s 1K that takes participants through the beautiful pathways and walkways of the Community of Rancho Mission Viejo.
All proceeds from the run will benefit The Nature Reserve at Rancho Mission Viejo, the entity responsible for education and conservation of the historic land of Rancho Mission Viejo. This run will happen, rain or shine!
Join fellow runners on November 21, 2020 for the Turkey Trot on The Ranch. It's a fantastic 5K, 1K, 10K featuring a flat and fast course in Rancho Mission Viejo.
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Running
Exclusive Trail Access - 5K
- November 21st – Exclusive Access to Middle Ridge/Gato Road trails on a 3.2 mile loop - Select from multiple race start times: 7:00AM, 8:30AM, 11:00AM - Sponsor Snack Station - Photo Op with RMV’s turkey - Pets are not allowed on this trail - Race runs rain or shine Event directions and The Reserve Release Waiver will be included in your confirmation email. Please complete the Reserve Entry waiver for yourself or the group you arrive with. Copies will also be available at The Reserve entrance on Race Day. All Exclusive Trail Access runs feature multiple staggered start times to allow for social distancing. Masks are required to be worn at all times at entry/exit points by participants, staff, and volunteers. This event adheres to all CDC, state, and county COVID-19 guidelines.
General Admission - Virtual 5K
Run at your own pace anywhere and log your best time! Not sure where to go in Rancho Mission Viejo? - Run your 5K on the Multi-purpose pathway along The Reserve - Download our Community Trail Map located in your confirmation email!
General Admission - Virtual 1K
Run at your own pace anywhere and log your best time! Not sure where to go in Rancho Mission Viejo? - Run the Multi-purpose pathway along The Reserve - Run your 1K at Sendero Field - Download our Community Trail Map located in your confirmation email!
Exclusive Trail Access - 1K
- Kid’s run (one adult admission free per registrant) - November 22nd – Exclusive Access to paved trail run along Cristianitos Road - Select from multiple race start times: 8:00AM, 9:00AM, 10:00AM, 11:00AM, 12:00PM - Sponsor Snack Station - Photo Op with RMV’s turkey - Strollers and non-motorized scooters allowed - Pets are not allowed on this trail - Race runs rain or shine Event directions and The Reserve Release Waiver will be included in your confirmation email. Please complete the Reserve Entry waiver for yourself or the group you arrive with. Copies will also be available at The Reserve entrance on Race Day. All Exclusive Trail Access runs feature multiple staggered start times to allow for social distancing. Masks are required to be worn at all times at entry/exit points by participants, staff, and volunteers. This event adheres to all CDC, state, and county COVID-19 guidelines.
General Admission - Virtual 10K
Run at your own pace anywhere and log your best time! Not sure where to go in Rancho Mission Viejo? - Run your 10K on the Multi-purpose pathway along The Reserve - Download our Community Trail Map located in your confirmation email!
Weather Overview
These values reflect historical conditions on the race dates in Rancho Mission Viejo in 2020, from Open-Meteo archive data.
About Rancho Mission Viejo
Turkey Trot on The Ranch takes place in Rancho Mission Viejo, California, United States. The local timezone is America/Los_Angeles.
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