REVEL Mt Charleston
REVEL Mt. Charleston offers a fast, downhill marathon near Las Vegas.
Race Date
Apr 3, 2027
Location
Las Vegas, NV
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, April 3, 2027
- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 26.2M
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Yes
- Finishers on record
- 13,159
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The REVEL Mt. Charleston half-marathon presents a unique opportunity for runners seeking a fast course with a significant net downhill. This race, held near the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Nevada, takes advantage of the mountain terrain to offer a swift descent.
The course is a point-to-point journey, beginning at an elevation of 7,500 feet and finishing at 3,500 feet, with a substantial 30.34-meter drop per kilometer. This dramatic elevation change makes it a prime candidate for personal bests, attracting runners aiming for fast times.
With a decade of history, REVEL Mt. Charleston typically sees around 1,284 finishers, with a growing field size. While the exact spectator support is not detailed, the allure of a fast, certified course often draws participants from across the country, eager to conquer the downhill challenge and enjoy the crisp mountain air.
Race-provided description
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Course Info
USATF CertifiedCourse Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Scenery
Mountain
Surface
Paved
Difficulty
Rolling Hills
Net Drop/km
+30.34 m
Separation
72.5%
Also Offers
USATF Certified Course
NV17007MWC · REVEL Mt. Charleston Half Marathon
Net downhill course — fast finishing times are common. Point-to-point course layout.
Quality Score
Standout7810 years running
~1,284 finishers a year
growing or steady
18% returning runners
USATF certified · 2 timing sources · 5 photos
runners from 1 state
winner 1:08:00
typical high 74°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
50°
Afternoon (High)
74°
Warm — hydration strategy is key, start conservatively
0.0"
Precipitation
15 mph
Wind
24%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 13,159 finishers actually crossed the line across 10 years.
Most recent
2026
Total finishers
13,159
Median time
2:11:35
Latest turnout
1,284
States
22
Turnout by year
2018–2026
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the REVEL Mt Charleston?
The REVEL Mt Charleston is held on Saturday, April 3, 2027.
Where does the REVEL Mt Charleston take place?
It takes place in Las Vegas, Nevada.
What distances does the REVEL Mt Charleston offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 26.2M.
Is the REVEL Mt Charleston course flat and good for a PR?
The REVEL Mt Charleston is a rolling hills, point to point course. The course is USATF-certified, so finish times can be used for qualifying.
How many people run the REVEL Mt Charleston?
HalfRuns has finish records for 13,159 runners who have completed the REVEL Mt Charleston.
HalfRuns editorial — independent, no paid placement.
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