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Running trails in Nevada
145 trails across 14 cities in Nevada, with the most in Las Vegas, Reno, and Henderson — including 32 paved, 31 loops, 44 shaded, and 7 long enough for a 5-mile run. Every listing shows the things runners actually decide on: surface, loop distance, shade, lighting, restrooms, water and trailhead parking. Pick a city for the full local list, or filter the Nevada trails below.
Cities in Nevada
Every city and town in Nevada with a running trail in the directory, most trails first.
Notable running trails in Nevada
The Nevada trails runners review most, ranked by rating weighted by review volume. Filter by surface, loop, distance, shade or lighting to narrow to the run you're actually planning. See the full best-of-Nevada ranking →
Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 25,797 reviews
Natural wonder with red rocks draws those looking to hike, rock climb or go for a scenic drive.
Craig Ranch Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 7,305 reviews
Park offering grass lawns, playgrounds & sports areas on the site of a former golf course.
Floyd Lamb Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,792 reviews
Natural park spanning 2,000+ acres with picnic areas, lakes & wildlife such as ducks & peacocks.
Clark County Wetlands Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,552 reviews
Trails & wetlands for walking, picnicking & bird-watching, plus 45,000-sq.-ft. nature center.
Rancho San Rafael Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,348 reviews
Park on a former ranch with picnic & recreation facilities, as well as a museum & botanical garden.
Hemenway Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 3,522 reviews
Small city park with tennis & basketball courts, a playground, picnic shelters & views of Lake Mead.
Aliante Nature Discovery Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 2,989 reviews
20-acre park with tennis & volleyball courts plus a lake, waterfall & dinosaur-themed kids area.
Lone Mountain Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,807 reviews
Green space with a roller hockey rink, basketball & tennis courts & a playground, plus picnic areas.
Arroyo Grande Sports Complex & Pittman Wash Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,639 reviews
This 56-acre park boasts lots of sports facilities plus a playground, disc golf course & trails.
Big Bend of the Colorado State Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,585 reviews
This park along the Colorado River, with canyons & washes, offers boating, fishing & swimming.
Veterans Memorial Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,220 reviews
Family-friendly park with a skate park, playground and a splash pad plus ponds and dog parks.
Lone Mountain Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,197 reviews
Large natural area with walking trails, picnic pavilions, playgrounds & an equestrian center.
Historic Railroad Hiking Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,110 reviews
Lakeside hiking route snaking through 5 historic railroad tunnels toward the Hoover Dam.
Mayberry Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,021 reviews
Outdoor spot with scenic views and picnic areas, featuring paved and unpaved trails and river swimming spots.
Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 996 reviews
Nature preserve on 48,438 acres with Native American petroglyphs, hiking trails & wildlife watching.
Western Trails
4.6 ★★★★★ 969 reviews
Landscaped 7-acre neighborhood park with a shaded playground, picnic tables & restrooms.
Golden Eagle Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 927 reviews
Popular public sports facility featuring baseball fields, plus a restaurant and snack bar.
Henderson Bird Viewing Preserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 847 reviews
Part of a migratory flyway, this preserve with ponds & trails offers views of birds & wildlife.
Kings Canyon Waterfalls
4.8 ★★★★★ 806 reviews
Park featuring a 0.6-mi. hiking trail with a waterfall and canopy of trees.
Reunion Trails Park & Amargosa Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 836 reviews
This 12-acre recreational area has a splash pad & a walking course plus basketball & a playground.
Pueblo Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 762 reviews
Neighborhood recreation area offering grassy lawns, walking trails, pavilions & playgrounds.
Hidden Falls Park & Amargosa Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 757 reviews
Neighborhood greenspace with picnics areas, barbecues, basketball & a playground, plus a skate park.
Nevada Trails Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 739 reviews
Shady, fenced park with basketball courts and playgrounds for kids (including toddlers).
Huffaker Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 721 reviews
A 9-acre park known for a 1.7-mile walking & running trail with scenic views & native plants.
W. Wayne Bunker Family Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 710 reviews
Open space for skateboarding, horseshoes, soccer, tennis & other sports, plus play & picnic spots.
Pah Rah Mountain Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 686 reviews
Family-friendly park featuring several playgrounds, a basketball court and tennis courts.
Lazy 5 Regional Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 651 reviews
Kid-friendly park featuring playgrounds, a splash park and picnic tables.
Main City Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 626 reviews
City park featuring baseball fields, basketball courts, a playground and picnic areas plus a pool.
Colorado River Heritage Greenway Park & Trails
4.6 ★★★★★ 588 reviews
Riverside recreation area with interpretive signs, picnic tables & access to a network of trails.
Hunter Creek Trailhead
4.8 ★★★★★ 557 reviews
Hiking trail leading to a waterfall, with scenic views along the way.
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Nevada trails by surface
Surface is the biggest split in trail running — asphalt is fast and predictable, crushed limestone is softer but still smooth, dirt is easiest on the joints and the most fun, boardwalk is flat and scenic but slick when wet.
More ways to find a trail in Nevada
- Best running trails in Nevada — the state-wide ranking from runner reviews
- Loop trails — 31 in Nevada come back to the trailhead without backtracking
- Long-run trails (5+ miles) — 7 in Nevada are long enough for a proper long run
- Shaded trails — 44 in Nevada keep tree cover over the path for summer miles
- Lit trails — 17 in Nevada have lighting for pre-dawn and post-work runs
- Trails with restrooms — 82 in Nevada, and 29 with water fountains
- Trailhead parking — 86 in Nevada have parking at the trailhead
- Dog-friendly trails — 82 in Nevada you can run with a dog
- Stroller & wheelchair-accessible — 19 in Nevada are smooth and wide enough
- Scenic trails — 113 in Nevada runners single out for the views
- Browse by surface — paved, crushed limestone, natural dirt or boardwalk
- All trail features — loops, shade, lighting, restrooms, mile markers and more
- Running trails by state — the rest of the country
- Trail-running guides — surfaces and your knees, loop vs out-and-back, trail etiquette, running before dawn
Trail features in Nevada
- Scenic Running Trails
- Trails with Trailhead Parking
- Trails with Restrooms
- Dog-Friendly Running Trails
- Shaded Running Trails
- Quiet, Uncrowded Trails
- Hilly Trails & Hill Workouts
- Loop Trails (No Backtracking)
- Trails with Water Fountains
- Flat & Fast Running Trails
- Stroller & Wheelchair-Accessible Trails
- Lit Trails for Early & Night Runs
- Long-Run Trails (5+ Miles)
- Trails with Mile Markers