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Saturday, October 10th, 2026
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Las Vegas NV
5K
52–69°F · low rain risk
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On this date: rain 2 of the last 10 years
2025
54–67°F
rain
2024
65–81°F
dry
2023
55–70°F
dry
2022
57–72°F
rain
2021
44–60°F
dry
2020
59–72°F
dry
2019
38–54°F
dry
2018
45–62°F
dry
2017
44–62°F
dry
2016
56–75°F
dry
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About this race
Tortoise Trot 5K and Trail Run
Enjoy the stunning views of Red Rock Canyon while helping us preserve and protect your beautiful public lands!
Tortoise Trot 5K Walk/Run
- Course: A 5k-ish trail run/walk starting and finishing at the Visitor Center, the scenic Tortoise Trot course gives you a 360 degree view of one of Southern Nevada’s most spectacular vistas.
- Route Details: Part road, part trail, this event encompasses the Moenkopi loop and will be scenic and fun for the whole family.
- Age Requirement: Participants 5 to 11 years old must be accompanied by an adult for safety. No on-course jogging strollers or dogs are permitted.
- Participant Limit: The run is not timed and is limited to 300 runners or walkers, so register early and save your spot for a memorable morning in the canyon!
Tortoise Trail Run (17K)
- New Event: New this year, the Tortoise Trail Run is a 17K trail run starting and finishing at the Visitor Center.
- Challenge: Designed for runners looking for a longer challenge, the scenic course features rugged desert trails, portions of the scenic drive, and expansive views of Red Rock Canyon.
- Participants: This event is for runners only and is not timed, but participants should plan to finish within the 3-hour time limit.
- Safety Restrictions: For safety, no jogging strollers or dogs are permitted. Participation is limited to 50 runners, so register early to secure your spot for this exciting inaugural run in the canyon!
For more information and to register, visit the race page.
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