The best running trails in the Rocky Mountains
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Running in the Rocky Mountains 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 the Rocky Mountains—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: November 1, 2025
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Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
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2. Running loop from Banff
9.72km
01:07
150m
150m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
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3. Running loop from Downtown District
5.89km
00:37
60m
60m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
56
runners
4. Johnston Creek Valley – Upper Falls loop from Cottage Club Ghost Lake
5.06km
00:37
110m
110m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
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Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
51
runners
6. Prairie Mountain loop from Priddis
8.21km
01:31
680m
680m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Expert
47
runners
7. Banff Pedestrian Bridge loop from Banff
9.42km
01:01
150m
150m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
58
runners
8. Canmore Pond – Canmore Engine Bridge loop from Rundleview
9.60km
01:03
80m
80m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
5.0
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49
runners
9. Canmore Sulphur Pond – Canmore Engine Bridge loop from Railway
11.7km
01:14
100m
100m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
39
runners
10. Wildlife Corridor loop from Prospect
10.9km
01:15
280m
280m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
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