{"id":942,"date":"2022-02-25T11:20:59","date_gmt":"2022-02-25T11:20:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madaboutrun.com\/?p=942"},"modified":"2022-04-22T04:15:14","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T04:15:14","slug":"top-10-best-running-trails-in-las-vegas-nevada","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madaboutrun.com\/top-10-best-running-trails-in-las-vegas-nevada\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Best Running Trails In Las Vegas, Nevada"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Though the temperature can seem off-putting, there are some great outdoor sights to see in Las Vegas. One of the best ways to see the surrounding areas is by going for a run to see the city in a different light. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some trails head off from The Strip while others will require a car yet you can guarantee some unforgettable sights. Let’s take a look at the top ten running trails in Las Vegas to help you find the best one for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Strip<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Running is a great way to see a metropolitan area as you can cover so much ground in so little time. If you want to see a large chunk of The Strip then try to go as early as possible for a one-way 3.3-mile route from Las Vegas Boulevard and West Tropicana Boulevard (highlighted by the MGM Grand) to West Sahara Boulevard. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only will the temperature be down in the morning but a lot of the streets will be quieter than usual too.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Downtown Las Vegas<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For a running trail that is easily more accessible than The Strip, try downtown Vegas. The route starts at Las Vegas Boulevard and Fremont Street for a 3.6-mile long loop. Consider going at night too as you may get a sense of travelling back in time to see what ‘Old Las Vegas’ looked like decades ago.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From the dated neon signs to some typical Fifties and Sixties style residential areas and a few pawn shops. The route ends back at Fremont Street and their pedestrian mall, you should also see The Golden Nugget, one of Vegas’ prominent old hotels. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The area is notably quiet so you can go at more acceptable times during the day. You should still see some amazing tourist sights and get a decent run in too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

East Harmon Avenue And The University Of Las Vegas<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For a tidy 5.7-mile run, start at Las Vegas Boulevard & East Harmon Avenue which is near Bally’s. This is an ideal route for making your way out of The Strip so you can begin with running 1.2 miles east along a wide sidewalk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

East Harmon Avenue leads directly to the University of Las Vegas campus where you can enjoy your run. Take your time and choose from a variety of paths as this can be a really pleasant route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At North Mall, you can enjoy a lack of cars and even some trees. Once you get to the northwestern section of the campus you can find the athletic campus and an outdoor track. If you want to add up to a certain distance then try a few different paths and test yourself on the track if it suits you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Lakes Neighborhood<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite the sheer number of hotels that Vegas contains, there are residential trails too. One is The Lakes Neighborhood which is a planned community amounting to two square miles about five miles west of The Strip. The quiet streets, man-made lakes, and spectacular homes make this an area you can enjoy for as long as you like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

River Mountains Loop Trail<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n