Tortoise Trot 5K and Trail Run
About this race
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)
New this year, the Tortoise Trail Run is a 17K trail run starting and finishing at the Visitor Center. 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.
This event is run only (no walking) 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 inaugural run in the canyon!
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Running
5k Trail Run/Walk
A scenic, family-friendly walk/run starting and finishing at the Visitor Center, this part road, part trail route follows the Moenkopi Loop and offers 360-degree views of Red Rock Canyon.
Virtual 5k
Support Friends of Red Rock Canyon even if you are not able to attend the race in person. Participate in spirit and run/walk your virtual 5K anywhere, at any time you like by October 10, 2026. We will mail your medal to you with great appreciation and give you a shout-out at our 5K for supporting our organization!
Trail running
Tortoise Trail Run (17K)
New this year, this runners-only course starts and finishes at the Visitor Center, combines rugged desert trails with portions of the scenic drive, and has a 3-hour time limit.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 8 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Las Vegas, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:43 AM and sets at 6:11 PM local time (PDT) in Las Vegas on October 10, 2026 — 11h 28m of daylight.
Course
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2026 results — Tortoise Trot 5K and Trail Run
Virtual 5k · 2 finishers
| Place | Name | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michelle Stout | 32:12 | 10:23 /mi |
| 2 | Shaylene Bernier | 2:15:34 | 43:44 /mi |
Every finisher is on the results page, filterable by distance, gender and age group.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 97 Las Vegas events
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