Closed courses on Scenic Loop Drive through Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area will be featured in 75, 45 and 25-mile routes for amateur cyclists.
LAS VEGAS, Nevada (February 5, 2025) – L’Étape Las Vegas by Tour de France will return to the Sports and Entertainment Capital of the World on Sunday, May 4, 2025. This closed course event will start and finish near the Las Vegas Ballpark, with three of the distances highlighted by a section of racing on the 13-mile Scenic Loop Drive through the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.
Under new management since last year, with support from both the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority and Las Vegas Events, the 2024 event was cancelled due to high winds. However, L’Étape Las Vegas is set to return and once again is part of an international cycling series known as L’Étape by Tour de France. The event provides amateur cyclists the opportunity to truly live the Tour de France experience where they will race like professional cyclists.
There will be four course options in 2025 for novice level riders to advanced cycling enthusiasts. The L’Étape Las Vegas 75-mile event is the ultimate cycling challenge, with the route based on a similar format to a genuine Tour de France stage. For those who wish to immerse themselves in the atmosphere and experience of L’Étape Las Vegas by Tour de France without the added pressure of the tougher climbs and distance, the 45-mile and the 25-mile rides provide the perfect option for all ability levels. For the first time, L’Étape Las Vegas by Tour de France will offer a 14-mile Family Ride.
Whether you wear the yellow, green, polka-dot or white jersey of the Tour de France, this will be an unforgettable experience for cyclists and cycling enthusiasts.
“Las Vegas and Red Rock Canyon provide a unique backdrop for this cycling event,” said Las Vegas Events President Tim Keener. “All ability levels of cyclists will be able to test their skills on our closed courses, with the start and finish line right in the heart of Downtown Summerlin at Las Vegas Ballpark. We’ve made several important enhancements this year, including the addition of the Family Ride, that all of our participants will be able to enjoy.”
One of the additional enhancements made in 2025 is the new start & finish location from the Las Vegas Ballpark in Summerlin, adjacent to the expanded Vendor Village. The course will then head west into the famous Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area and include some smaller climbs and inclines on a fully closed cycling course.
The charity partners for 2025 are Friends of Red Rock Canyon and Nevada Childhood Cancer Foundation.
For more information including the race routes and other FAQs, visit the official site here.
May 4, 2025 — L’Etape Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV, Gives amateur cyclists the legendary Tour de France experience in the legendary city of Las Vegas! Cyclists, from seasoned veterans to beginners, can compete for an authentic Yellow Jersey; 75-miles, elevation +6,464 ft, 45-miles, elevation +3,035 ft, 25-miles, elevation + 2,260 ft, and a family ride, Las Vegas Events , 702-260-8605, [email protected], lasvegas.letapebytourdefrance.com
