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The best running trails in Cork

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Running in Cork is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Cork—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 5, 2025

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1. Lough Mahon loop from Blackrock Castle

8.22km

00:51

40m

30m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Glengarriff River loop to Lady Bantry's Lookout

4.40km

00:30

70m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Cork city loop to University College Cork

5.21km

00:32

20m

30m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Ballycotton Cliffs & Ballyandreen Bay

8.95km

01:04

70m

60m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Crosshaven Cliffs loop

6.37km

00:45

120m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. The Scilly Walk to Charles Fort from Kinsale

4.29km

00:27

50m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Youghal Harbour & Womanagh river

10.3km

01:09

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Lough Hyne loop & Knockomagh Hill

8.10km

01:01

270m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Courtmasherry fuchsia loop

5.07km

00:36

80m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Dursey Island loop via Ireland's only cable car

14.5km

01:53

400m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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The best running trails in Cork

1. Lough Mahon loop from Blackrock Castle

2. Glengarriff River loop to Lady Bantry's Lookout

3. Cork city loop to University College Cork

4. Ballycotton Cliffs & Ballyandreen Bay

5. Crosshaven Cliffs loop

6. The Scilly Walk to Charles Fort from Kinsale

7. Youghal Harbour & Womanagh river

8. Lough Hyne loop & Knockomagh Hill

9. Courtmasherry fuchsia loop

10. Dursey Island loop via Ireland's only cable car

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