AUGUST 12-16, 2026
Vegas to Reno is the longest point-to-point off-road race in the United States. Jeepspeed runs all four spec classes at this Best in the Desert round on the Yokohama Tire Jeepspeed Race Series presented by KMC Wheels.
For 2026, the Casey Folks Vegas to Reno runs the other way for the first time: teams start in Reno and finish in Las Vegas. The course covers more than 500 miles of dry lake beds, powerline roads, mountain passes, and sandy washes across northern Nevada.
View the Vegas to Reno race page for entry details, maps, and forms. Confirm dates on the race calendar and at Best in the Desert.
Key details for Jeepspeed teams
Jeepspeed vehicles are among the last classes off the line, so the course is already rough when they start. Most teams plan for long stints in dust, heat, and darkness. Chase crews often leapfrog up Highway 95 with fuel, spares, and parts.
Air filters, cooling systems, and tire and wheel setups cause the most problems at this race. Two chase trucks can work, but three crews that leapfrog the course give more flexibility on a 500-mile day. Prep time on comms, lights, and belts pays off when the race runs into the night.
Below are Jeepspeed news stories and race reports tagged for Vegas to Reno.
