Running in Vegas

Azercord

I'm going to be in Vegas for work at the end of this month (horrible I know) and while I'm fully prepared to put in all the miles I need on a treadmill I would like to avoid some of it if I can. That being said does anyone know of good running spots in Vegas or even groups that I could get in contact with? Not looking for anything big but not running around the strip or on a treadmill would be preferred.

Stoshew71

Simple google search got me the following:

http://www.lasvegasrunners.com/

http://lasvegas.cbslocal.com/top-lists/top-running-clubs-in-las-vegas/

Azercord

Yeah I'm always cautious of those without knowing of a personal experience. The group looks healthy enough maybe I'll just drop them a line and see what happens.

vs_shine

hi @azercord .

I don't have any advice regarding running groups.

But...

I was in Las Vegas for a vacation in July. I really wanted to take part in a run while I was there, but none were hosted so I just jogged alone on the strip and it was really nice.

I would leave from my hotel room at MGM at 6am, went north on Las Vegas Blvd, turned around at Circus Circus, and head back. About a 6 mile jog.
It was lovely and cool in the early mornings. I had the strip all to myself as most people were still sleeping. It was so nice to look at the big buildings and navigate the walkways and over walkways.
I carried mace with me(as usual) and I had no trouble. Saw a few police officers on bikes. Waved. and continued.
It was nice to be alone in the streets that are usually super busy. It was 111 degrees by 9am so I was always sure to be back in the hotel by then.



I did find some runs you may be interested in:

Twilight Re-Run - September 17, 2016
http://calicoracing.com/events/twilight-lasvegas/#course

2016 Run Walk Roll Against Bullying 5k Fun Run. - September 24th
http://www.nvpep.org/bullying.html

St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer - September 24th
http://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/Walk/Walk?pg=entry&fr_id=57368

Azercord

@vs_shine I didn't realize the strip would be dead at that time, I might just have to do that since it will be before the conference starts each day, I'm sure I can map out a few running paths that way.

vs_shine

@azercord yeah, It's before most of the businesses open. Some people are out having breakfast, but it's mostly dead.

I did see some other joggers (maybe 6) , so if you wanted you could stop one of the joggers and have a convo :-) make a friend and find a group that way. Maybe.

Enjoy the city while you are there :-)

I had breakfast at Bouchon and I cried over the Oeufs Benedict. Heavenly.

http://www.venetian.com/restaurants/french/bouchon.html#menus

If you're interested. lol

Azercord

Work is buying, I'm interested thank you for the recommendation