Running around Aberdeen 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 around Aberdeen—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 3, 2025

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1. Hazlehead Park loop — Aberdeen

4.37km

00:32

60m

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

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2. Donmouth Local Nature Reserve loop from Hanover

6.02km

00:39

20m

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

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3. Aberdeen Beachfront Esplanade loop from Donmouth

6.56km

00:41

20m

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

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4. Ω ABD CR loop from Footdee

7.61km

00:52

30m

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

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5. Aberdeen Beachfront Esplanade loop from Seaton

8.36km

00:54

20m

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

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6. Old Cults Railway Station Path loop from Ashley

10.7km

01:07

60m

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

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7. Wellington Suspension Bridge – Old Cults Railway Station Path loop from Aberdeen

26.6km

02:47

170m

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

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8. Old Cults Railway Station Path – Sir James McGrigor Monument loop from Bieldside

14.5km

01:31

110m

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

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9. Hazlehead Parkrun loop from Airyhall

12.3km

01:26

130m

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

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10. Tappie Tower – Kirkhill Forest loop from Blackburn

14.9km

01:50

250m

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

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The best running trails around Aberdeen

1. Hazlehead Park loop — Aberdeen

2. Donmouth Local Nature Reserve loop from Hanover

3. Aberdeen Beachfront Esplanade loop from Donmouth

4. Ω ABD CR loop from Footdee

5. Aberdeen Beachfront Esplanade loop from Seaton

6. Old Cults Railway Station Path loop from Ashley

7. Wellington Suspension Bridge – Old Cults Railway Station Path loop from Aberdeen

8. Old Cults Railway Station Path – Sir James McGrigor Monument loop from Bieldside

9. Hazlehead Parkrun loop from Airyhall

10. Tappie Tower – Kirkhill Forest loop from Blackburn

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