American Running Guides
Guided Running Tours for Active Travelers
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Sin City? Not from our perspective. Within a short driving distance from the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip are several national and state parks that offer a vast network of mixed-use road and trail running options. From the vivid red and white sandstone cliffs of Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area to the alpine peaks of Mt. Charleston you will find yourself in a land of stark beauty and contrast.
Of course our early morning tours of the Vegas strip will help you map out the rest of your wicked day.
Transportation
Complimentary hotel shuttles may be able to get you to meeting points near Red Rocks.
For an additional fee of $30 we can pick up and drop off directly from your hotel.
Trail Runs Near the Strip
Red Rock Canyon - Red Rock National Conservation Area is Las Vegas' most popular off-strip destination. Only 15 miles from Downtown Las Vegas, this beautiful area is a welcome retreat from the glitter gulch of the city. Mountains rising to 8,154 feet from this eastern most point of the Mojave Desert provide an incredible backdrop for your unforgettable run.
Moderate to Advanced Hills. Fire Roads, Trails, Ashphalt.
Blue Diamond Trails – Sometimes described as an “orphaned twin” to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Blue Diamond, located 20 minutes from downtown Las Vegas, offers secluded trails and beautiful views of downtown Las Vegas and Red Rocks.
Flat to Moderate Hills. Trails and Fire Roads.
Mt. Charleston - Approximately 45 minutes from Las Vegas, Mt. Charleston boasts Nevada's third highest peak at 11,918 feet. Within the National Forest lies an abundance of running trails and a cooler option in the hot summer months.*
Advanced Hills. Trails and Fire Roads.
Floyd Lamb Park – This 2,040 acre Nevada State Park located 10 miles from downtown Las Vegas is centered around Tule Springs, a series of small lakes that formed an oasis in this part of the Mojave Desert. The area provides easy running with natural desert areas and grassy
tree covered lawns surrounding the four small lakes.
Flat to Moderate Hills. Grass and Dirt Paths
Lead Guide: Jon Terrazas

Jon is the owner of Master Fitness Systems, a company that provides personal training,
coaching &consultation, and events management in the Las Vegas area to active individuals who want
to ncrease their quality of life through exercise and health.
Education
• M.A. in Organization Management – University of Phoenix (’01)
• B.A. in Physical Education – California State University, Chico (’96)
• A.A. in General Studies – Ventura College (’93)
Certifications
• AFPA Certified Personal Trainer (’06)
• USA Track & Field Level 1 Certified Coach (’05)
• Road Runner’s Club of America Certified Coach (’05)
• U.S. Army Airborne Parachutist Badge (’03)
• U.S. Army Master Fitness Certified (’02)
• First Aid / CPR (’06)
Related Work Experience
• U.S. Army Air Defense Artillery Officer
• 1st Combat Training Brigade Physical Training Officer
• Collegiate Assistant X-Country /Track & Field coach
• City of Oxnard Recreational Director
• City of Santa Paula Recreational Sports Specialist
• Former Collegiate XC / Track & Field athlete
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