Running in Cumbria 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 Cumbria—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 4, 2025

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1. Derwent Water and Surprise View loop from Keswick — Lake District National Park

16.8km

01:56

290m

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

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2. Fairfield Horseshoe from Ambleside — Lake District National Park

17.7km

02:36

870m

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

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3. Buttermere loop — Lake District National Park

6.97km

00:47

60m

50m

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

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4. Buttermere loop — Lake District National Park

7.64km

00:51

60m

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

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5. Grasmere and Rydal Water loop — Lake District National Park

9.37km

01:07

150m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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6. Fishers Espresso Round

20.2km

03:09

940m

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

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7. Coledale Horseshoe from Braithwaite — Lake District National Park

14.2km

02:26

900m

920m

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

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8. Ennerdale Water loop from Bowness — Lake District National Park

11.7km

01:22

110m

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

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9. Aira Force & Gowbarrow Fell loop — Lake District National Park

6.90km

00:59

310m

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

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10. The Old Man of Coniston & Wetherlam loop from Coniston — Lake District National Park

13.8km

02:02

930m

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

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The best running trails in Cumbria

1. Derwent Water and Surprise View loop from Keswick — Lake District National Park

2. Fairfield Horseshoe from Ambleside — Lake District National Park

3. Buttermere loop — Lake District National Park

4. Buttermere loop — Lake District National Park

5. Grasmere and Rydal Water loop — Lake District National Park

6. Fishers Espresso Round

7. Coledale Horseshoe from Braithwaite — Lake District National Park

8. Ennerdale Water loop from Bowness — Lake District National Park

9. Aira Force & Gowbarrow Fell loop — Lake District National Park

10. The Old Man of Coniston & Wetherlam loop from Coniston — Lake District National Park

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