Running in the White 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 White 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: October 1, 2025

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1. Midnight Sun Run course loop — Fairbanks, Alaska

18.4km

01:54

30m

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

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2. Angel Rocks trail run loop — Fairbanks, Alaska

6.10km

00:54

230m

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

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3. University of Alaska Fairbanks road/trail run loop — Fairbanks, Alaska

9.30km

01:03

110m

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

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4. Wickersham Dome trail run — Fairbanks, Alaska

11.1km

01:31

360m

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

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5. After Hours, Heart of Darkness and Skyline Ridge loop trail run — Fairbanks, Alaska

8.04km

01:03

200m

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

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6. Sheep Creek Trail — Fairbanks, Alaska

13.7km

01:26

90m

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

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7. Powerline Trail to Sheep Creek Trail — Fairbanks, Alaska

16.7km

01:48

160m

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

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8. Ester Dome (Happy Valley Trails) Outer Loop trail run — Fairbanks, Alaska

9.52km

01:13

210m

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

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9. Cranberry Trail loop run — Fairbanks, Alaska

4.34km

00:35

140m

130m

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

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10. West Side Loop trail — Isberg Recreation Area

3.90km

00:30

70m

Intermediate run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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The best running trails in the White Mountains

1. Midnight Sun Run course loop — Fairbanks, Alaska

2. Angel Rocks trail run loop — Fairbanks, Alaska

3. University of Alaska Fairbanks road/trail run loop — Fairbanks, Alaska

4. Wickersham Dome trail run — Fairbanks, Alaska

5. After Hours, Heart of Darkness and Skyline Ridge loop trail run — Fairbanks, Alaska

6. Sheep Creek Trail — Fairbanks, Alaska

7. Powerline Trail to Sheep Creek Trail — Fairbanks, Alaska

8. Ester Dome (Happy Valley Trails) Outer Loop trail run — Fairbanks, Alaska

9. Cranberry Trail loop run — Fairbanks, Alaska

10. West Side Loop trail — Isberg Recreation Area

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