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Red Rock Canyon Marathon

January 23, 2027 · 6:45 AMLas Vegas, Nevada, United States

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Race Day

50°F

41–57°F · Feels cool

Total elevation gain

2,034ft

Challenging elevation · Net elevation change +0 ft

Crowd Rating

3/ 10

Moderate spectator support

The Lowdown

The Red Rock Canyon Marathon is run on the paved Scenic Drive in Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, west of Las Vegas. The 2027 edition is Saturday, January 23, with a 6:45 AM start. The course starts at the exit of the Scenic Drive at about 3,800 feet, runs against traffic through a short out-and-back on the Oak Creek dirt road, and climbs to the 4,771-foot (1,454 m) summit overlook by mile 8.6 (13.8 km). It then drops to the Visitor Center at about 3,740 feet, loops it, climbs back to the overlook near mile 18.4 (29.6 km), and finishes where it started. The time limit is 7 hours. There is no event parking at the canyon: runners are bused to the start from the Strip or from a free pick-up lot. The half marathon starts at 7:30 AM and the 5K at 8:15 AM. Calico Racing organizes the event. The marathon entry is $140 through December 13, 2026.

Course Highlights: 01Scenic Drive exit – start of the course at about 3,800 feet
02Oak Creek dirt road – short out-and-back run against traffic early in the race
03Summit overlook – 4,771-foot high point, reached by mile 8.6 and again near mile 18.4
04Visitor Center – about 3,740 feet; runners loop it before the second climb
Also on this race weekend: Half marathon · 5K
Time Limit: 7 hours
Boston Qualifier: This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event. Achieve your qualifying standard here on a verified course.

Cancellation & Refund Policy: No refunds of entry fees or add-ons
No transfers of an entry from one person to another
An entry can be transferred to another Calico Racing event, good for 1 year
Transfer credit is 100% of the net entry fee 30 days or more before race day, less the online processing fee
Transfer credit is 50% from 15 to 29 days out and 25% from 72 hours to 14 days out
No transfer credit is issued within 71.59 hours of race day; notice by email only

Questions about the Red Rock Canyon Marathon 2027

When is the Red Rock Canyon Marathon 2027?

Saturday, January 23, 2027.

Where is the Red Rock Canyon Marathon?

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States.

What time does the Red Rock Canyon Marathon start?

The race starts at 6:45 AM, local time.

What is the Red Rock Canyon Marathon time limit?

7 hours.

How do I enter the Red Rock Canyon Marathon 2027?

Registration is open. Dec 13, 2026: Marathon Price Increase. Jan 21, 2027: Registration Closes.

How much does the Red Rock Canyon Marathon 2027 cost?

Marathon: $140.

What is the Red Rock Canyon Marathon elevation gain?

620 m (2,034 ft) of total elevation gain. Net elevation change: +0 m (0 ft). Challenging elevation.

What is the Red Rock Canyon Marathon course like?

It passes Scenic Drive exit, Oak Creek dirt road and Summit overlook.

What is the weather like at the Red Rock Canyon Marathon?

Race-day temperatures are usually 5–14 °C (41–57 °F). Feels cool.

Is the Red Rock Canyon Marathon a Boston qualifier?

Yes. This race is a certified Boston Marathon qualifying event.

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