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The best running trails in Leinster

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Running in Leinster 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 Leinster—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: December 7, 2025

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1. Sandymount to Poolbeg Lighthouse run via The Great Wall

10.5km

01:06

10m

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

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2. Glendalough Spink Trail – White Route

9.47km

01:24

320m

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

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3. Phoenix Park running loop

14.3km

01:36

90m

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

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4. Howth Cliff Path Loop

8.04km

00:57

130m

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

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5. The River Boyne from Drogheda on the Boyne Greenway

11.8km

01:13

70m

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

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6. Bohernabreena Reservoirs running loop

15.7km

01:41

120m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Dún Laoghaire to Killiney Hill running loop

12.4km

01:21

160m

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

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8. Phoenix Park Half Loop

7.98km

00:54

50m

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

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9. Shakhill to Barnaslingan Woods running loop

11.8km

01:28

290m

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

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10. Boyne Navigation Towpath run

13.3km

01:22

60m

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

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The best running trails in Leinster

1. Sandymount to Poolbeg Lighthouse run via The Great Wall

2. Glendalough Spink Trail – White Route

3. Phoenix Park running loop

4. Howth Cliff Path Loop

5. The River Boyne from Drogheda on the Boyne Greenway

6. Bohernabreena Reservoirs running loop

7. Dún Laoghaire to Killiney Hill running loop

8. Phoenix Park Half Loop

9. Shakhill to Barnaslingan Woods running loop

10. Boyne Navigation Towpath run

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