Running around Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh—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 9, 2025

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1. Pentland Skyline Race from Lothianburn — Pentland Hills

28.4km

04:31

1,420m

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

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2. Arthur's Seat – St Margaret's Loch loop from Brunstane

53.6km

05:49

260m

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

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3. Granton Harbour & Ferry Path loop from Newhaven Harbour — Edinburgh

8.22km

00:51

40m

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

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4. Pentland Hills reservoir loop from Threipmuir

14.1km

01:40

270m

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

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5. Arthur's Seat – St Margaret's Loch loop from Marchmont

8.84km

00:59

130m

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

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6. Caerketton Hill & Allermuir Hill loop from Lothianburn — Pentland Hills

5.62km

00:53

310m

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

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7. Portobello Beach Promenade – Lochend Park Loch loop from Meadowbank

24.7km

02:38

100m

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

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8. Arthur's Seat & Sailsbury Crags loop from Dunsapie Loch — Edinburgh

4.90km

00:47

230m

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

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9. St Margaret's Loch – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh Waverley

9km

00:59

140m

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

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10. Arthur's Seat loop from Holyrood — Edinburgh

4.04km

00:39

200m

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

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The best running trails around Edinburgh

1. Pentland Skyline Race from Lothianburn — Pentland Hills

2. Arthur's Seat – St Margaret's Loch loop from Brunstane

3. Granton Harbour & Ferry Path loop from Newhaven Harbour — Edinburgh

4. Pentland Hills reservoir loop from Threipmuir

5. Arthur's Seat – St Margaret's Loch loop from Marchmont

6. Caerketton Hill & Allermuir Hill loop from Lothianburn — Pentland Hills

7. Portobello Beach Promenade – Lochend Park Loch loop from Meadowbank

8. Arthur's Seat & Sailsbury Crags loop from Dunsapie Loch — Edinburgh

9. St Margaret's Loch – Arthur's Seat loop from Edinburgh Waverley

10. Arthur's Seat loop from Holyrood — Edinburgh

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