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The best running trails in Waterford

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Running in Waterford 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 Waterford—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 23, 2025

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1. Waterford to Mount Congreve Gardens run via Waterford Greenway

19.3km

02:01

140m

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

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2. Dunmore East to Ballymacaw Cove clifftop run

14.8km

01:40

100m

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

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3. The Vee to Bay Lough loop

6.57km

00:55

220m

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

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4. Dunmore East running loop

4.55km

00:29

70m

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

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5. Kilmacthomas running loop via Waterford Greenway

8.82km

00:56

100m

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

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6. Running loop from Dungarvan

15.7km

01:38

80m

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

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7. Dennis O'Connor's sculpture – Tributary and wetlands loop from Waterford Plunkett

21.2km

02:13

170m

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

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8. Gashouse Bridge – Clonmel loop from Clonmel

8.80km

00:54

20m

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

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9. Dennis O'Connor's sculpture – Tributary and wetlands loop from Waterford

23.2km

02:25

140m

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

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10. Dysert Church loop from Ardmore

4.37km

00:31

80m

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

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The best running trails in Waterford

1. Waterford to Mount Congreve Gardens run via Waterford Greenway

2. Dunmore East to Ballymacaw Cove clifftop run

3. The Vee to Bay Lough loop

4. Dunmore East running loop

5. Kilmacthomas running loop via Waterford Greenway

6. Running loop from Dungarvan

7. Dennis O'Connor's sculpture – Tributary and wetlands loop from Waterford Plunkett

8. Gashouse Bridge – Clonmel loop from Clonmel

9. Dennis O'Connor's sculpture – Tributary and wetlands loop from Waterford

10. Dysert Church loop from Ardmore

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