Off-road meet · Nevada
The Mint 400 2027
Mar 10–14Expected dates
Tell us your Nevada datesLas Vegas / Primm · Nevada
Dates not yet announced by the organizer
These dates are awaiting official confirmation, so check the event's site before booking.
- Start looking
- by Jan 6
- Arrive
- Mar 9
- Head home
- Mar 15
The Great American Off-Road Race — trophy trucks in the desert south of Vegas.
What you need to know
The Mint 400 2027 is expected to run Mar 10–14, 2027, in Las Vegas / Primm, Nevada. Official dates are not confirmed yet — verify on the event's official site before booking. The downtown contingency days before the race are free and put every trophy truck within arm's reach — better photos than race day, zero dust.
The Mint 400 is one of the oldest and best-known off-road races in America, running each March in the desert south of Las Vegas with festivities that spill onto Fremont Street downtown, where race week traditionally opens with vehicle parades and a contingency festival. Exact 2027 dates come from the organizers annually; the race has held an early-to-mid March slot. Spectating happens at designated zones along the course near Primm, and an RV is the natural tool — you're staging in open desert with no shade or services, then sleeping somewhere comfortable. Las Vegas RV resorts like Oasis Las Vegas RV Resort put you 30-40 minutes from the spectator areas with full hookups. March is high season for desert RV travel (spring break plus perfect temperatures), so Vegas-market rigs book 8-10 weeks out. Pair the race with Valley of Fire or Lake Mead days — the same rig covers both.
Safety rules and an insider tip
Safety + legal. Spectate only in designated zones — race vehicles leave the course at speed and unofficial viewing spots have caused serious injuries at desert races. Bring double the water you think you need.
Insider tip. The downtown contingency days before the race are free and put every trophy truck within arm's reach — better photos than race day, zero dust.
Official source: themint400.com
Where to sleep near Las Vegas
Verified campgrounds whose own nearest town is Las Vegas — rig limits, fees and booking windows straight from the operator. Book these directly; they are not PickRV rentals.
- Kyle Canyon Campground (Spring Mountains NRA · USFS)Nearest town: Las Vegas · US Forest Service$30/nightRigs to 30 ftBooks first-come, first-served; summer camping only (spring mountains nra)
- Circus Circus Las Vegas KOANearest town: Las Vegas · Private operator$65–$165/nightRigs to 50 ftBooks 12 months ahead via koa portal
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Frequently asked about Mint 400 2027
When is The Mint 400 2027?
The Mint 400 2027 is expected to run Mar 10–14, 2027, in Las Vegas / Primm, Nevada. Official dates are not confirmed yet — verify on the event's official site before booking.
Where is Mint 400 2027 held?
Las Vegas / Primm, Nevada.
What are the exact 2027 dates?
Mar 10–14, 2027. These dates are provisional until officially announced.
What RV should I rent for Mint 400 2027?
Best categories: rv, off-road, trucks-vans, towable. The Mint 400 is one of the oldest and best-known off-road races in America, running each March in the desert south of Las Vegas with festivities that spill onto Fremont Street downtown, where race week traditionally opens with vehicle parades and a contingency festival. Exact 2027 dates come from the organizers annually; the race has held an early-to-mid March slot. Spectating happens at designated zones along the course near Primm, and an RV is the natural tool — you're staging in open desert with no shade or services, then sleeping somewhere comfortable. Las Vegas RV resorts like Oasis Las Vegas RV Resort put you 30-40 minutes from the spectator areas with full hookups. March is high season for desert RV travel (spring break plus perfect temperatures), so Vegas-market rigs book 8-10 weeks out. Pair the race with Valley of Fire or Lake Mead days — the same rig covers both.
How early should I book an RV?
Recommended lead time: 9 weeks. Event windows book up early, so search and lock your dates as soon as your plans firm up.
Where do spectators watch the Mint 400?
At designated spectator zones along the desert course near Primm, south of Las Vegas. Zones are announced with the race program each year — check the official site and never watch from open course sections.
Is an RV practical for the Mint 400?
Yes — spectator zones are in open desert with no services, and a Vegas RV resort base like Oasis Las Vegas puts hookups, showers, and a kitchen 30-40 minutes from the action. March weather is ideal for desert camping.
When should I book for the 2027 race?
8-10 weeks ahead. Exact dates are announced annually (the race typically runs early-to-mid March), and that window collides with spring-break demand across the Las Vegas rental market.
What safety and legal guidance applies?
Spectate only in designated zones — race vehicles leave the course at speed and unofficial viewing spots have caused serious injuries at desert races. Bring double the water you think you need.
What's an insider tip?
The downtown contingency days before the race are free and put every trophy truck within arm's reach — better photos than race day, zero dust.
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Motorhomes under 26,001 lbs GVWR drive on the standard license — Nevada DMV
Boater Education Card required for operators born after 1982 — NDOW — Boating Education
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- State rental tax
- 8.25% · not collected by PickRV
- Min driver age
- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
- Gravel roads
- Allowed — no restriction
- Generator quiet
- 22:00-08:00