OAXACA TULE TREE RUN – 21K

The Tule Tree Run – 21K is a scenic point-to-point run connecting central Oaxaca with one of the region’s most iconic natural landmarks: El Árbol del Tule. Starting near downtown, this route takes you through historic neighborhoods, along a tree-lined cycling path built over an old railroad, and into rural towns before circling back to the city. It’s designed for distance runners who want a steady, supported run while exploring authentic Oaxacan landscapes.

The first half of the run begins at the cycling path in Cinco Señores, just a few blocks from the old railway line. We run east along the Ciclovía al Árbol del Tule, passing through Santa Lucía del Camino and San Sebastián Tutla. The terrain is flat and quiet, with locals walking, running, and biking. You’ll pass traditional homes, fields, and small chapels while watching the Sierra Norte mountains rise in the distance.

Upon reaching Santa María del Tule, we pause briefly to see El Tule, the Montezuma cypress known for having the widest trunk in the world. This sacred Zapotec tree is over 1,500 years old. The area also offers clean public toilets, convenience stores, and small eateries if you need a snack or water refill.

The return route takes a different path—along the Pan-American Highway (Carretera Internacional). This stretch offers long, straight roads with views of the mountains on your right. We pass the Monumento a Benito Juárez, where the highway to Ixtlán de Juárez begins, heading up into the Sierra at over 3,300 meters elevation. Further on, we run past the military base, the Micros Plaza shopping center, and the new Centro Cultural y de Convenciones de Oaxaca (CCCO).

The final kilometers bring us back into the city, entering downtown Oaxaca near El Zocalo. The tour ends where we began or at your accommodation, depending on your preference. This is long run supported by a local athlete who knows the route, adjusts to your pace, and makes sure you finish strong.

PICK-UP SERVICE
Pick-up service from your hotel/apartment or another meeting point is possible and will be checked by the tour provider individually. If your hotel/apartment should be too far away from the city centre or not close to the tour route, then we will meet you at our standard meeting point.

MEETING DETAILS
The tour provider will get in contact with you to provide you with more detailed information after the tour was booked. Please, bring along your mobile phone in case we need to contact each other.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

• Private guide/tour
• Individual pace
• Digital photos
• Tour route
• Pick-up service
• Water