Events
5k Trail Run/Walk
Tortoise Trail Run (17K)
Virtual 5k
Place
1000 Scenic Loop Dr
Las Vegas, NV US 89161
Description
Enjoy the stunning views of Red Rock Canyon while helping us preserve and protect your beautiful public lands!
Tortoise Trot 5K Walk/Run
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. Part road, part trail, this event encompasses the Moenkopi loop and will be scenic and fun for the whole family. Participants 5 to11 years old must be accompanied by an adult for safety. No on-course jogging strollers or dogs are permitted. 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)
The Tortoise Trail Run is a 17K trail run starting and finishing at the Visitor Center. Designed for runners seeking a longer challenge, this scenic course features rugged desert trails, sections of the Scenic Drive, expansive canyon views, and a total elevation gain of 1,300 feet.
This event is for runners only and is not timed, but participants should plan to finish within the 3-hour time limit. 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 run in the canyon!
Race Contact Info
Participant Medal
Run or walk and add a commemorative Tortoise Trot medal to your collection!
(photo of our 2026 Tortoise Trot Medal)
Course Map
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
Race T-Shirt
Register by August 31, 2027, to guarantee your preferred race shirt size! Participants who register after this date will still receive a race shirt, but their preferred size may not be available.
Plan Ahead and Pick up that Packet!
Save time and stress on race morning and come to REI in Boca Park Friday, October 8th between 3:00pm-6:00pm for packet pickup. Packets will also be available race day at the shuttle pick-up point. See the Packet Pickup tab for more information.
FAQ
When is Packet Pickup?
Friday, October 8, 2027
3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
REI in Boca Park
730 S. Rampart Blvd. 89145
Do yourself a favor and grab your packet the day before the race. It will make your race morning less stressful and more enjoyable!
May I pick up the packet for my family member or friend?
YES!
What if I can't pick up my packet on Friday, October 8th?
We will also offer packet pickup at the free shuttle location Saturday morning.
If I am doing the virtual run, how will I receive my medal?
If you chose the virtual option we will send your medal in the mail after the race. Thanks for your support!
If I am doing the virtual run, can I get a race shirt?
Virtual participants are welcome to purchase a race shirt for $20 at the time of registration. Race shirts will be mailed along with medals after the conclusion of the race.
Can a friend or family member sign up the morning of the event?
Registration is closed when we hit our limit of 300 participants for the 5K Tortoise Trot and 50 participants for the 17K Trail Run. Registration will close at 11:59pm the night before the event.
Race t-shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed for those who registered after August 31, 2027.
Where do we park on race day?
All participants will meet at the West Career and Technical Academy (West CTA):
11945 W Charleston Blvd. 89135
ALL participants must take the FREE shuttle from West CTA to Red Rock Canyon. There is no parking at the scenic loop for participants.
Click HERE for a map of the parking area. Participants should park in the EAST parking lot (Lot One), indicated in GREEN on the map.
Your Bib Number is your ticket to enter the shuttle
What time do the Free Shuttles run?
Shuttles will begin running at 6:00am with the last shuttle leaving at 6:40am. The event starts at 7:00am. The return shuttles will start at 8:15am and go through 9:45am.
Are family members able to ride the free shuttle?
The Free Shuttle is for participants only. If friends and family want to come and watch, they will need to enter at the Red Rock Canyon Fee Booth and pay the daily fee or present a valid annual pass. No reservation is required before 8:00am.
Are there restrooms on the course?
There are restrooms located at the Visitor Center parking lot, at the start of the event and at Miles 1.5 and 3 on the course. Please note there are no bathroom facilities at West CTA.
May I bring my dog or my child in a stroller?
As much as we love our pets and children, dogs and strollers are not allowed on the course.
Other Tips
Please hydrate well the day before the race and apply your sunscreen before the run. We will have water stations on the course at Miles 1.5 and 3, all Park Ranger vehicles along the course and at the finish line. If you choose to carry hydration on the course, please make sure it is one of your own reusable containers. No plastic water bottles will be allowed on the course to prevent litter on our beautiful trails.
Be mindful of desert dwellers. This is a national conservation area and as we take to the trails, we enter the natural habitat for many amazing creatures, including ground squirrels, tortoises, and the occasional burro. There are also snakes, scorpions and other critters, so please be mindful of the environment and do not touch, feed or engage with these animals.
For more information about Friends of Red Rock Canyon and to support our preservation efforts, click here: https://www.friendsredrock.org/donate/
Directions
MapMyRun Map
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