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The best running trails in Colorado

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Running in Colorado 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 Colorado—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: December 2, 2025

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1. Manitou Incline & Bar Trail loop — Manitou Springs

7.07km

01:19

580m

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

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2. Mount Sanitas via Lion's Lair loop — Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks

10.9km

01:45

480m

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

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3. Manitou Incline Summit via Barr Trail — Manitou Springs

9.55km

01:45

550m

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

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4. North Table Mountain & Tablerock Trail loop — North Table Mountain Park

12.4km

01:38

270m

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

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5. Waterton Canyon Trail via Colorado Trail — Pike National Forest

20.3km

02:09

240m

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

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6. Boulder Reservoir loop

8.50km

00:57

30m

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

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7. Mount Sanitas loop via Red Rocks — Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks

10.7km

01:39

430m

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

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8. Castle Trail loop — Mount Falcon Park

14.2km

02:00

540m

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

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9. Mount Sanitas via Goat Path Trail loop — Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks

6.33km

01:06

420m

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

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10. Walker Ranch Loop trail run — Eldorado Canyon Park

12.6km

01:43

420m

430m

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

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The best running trails in Colorado

1. Manitou Incline & Bar Trail loop — Manitou Springs

2. Mount Sanitas via Lion's Lair loop — Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks

3. Manitou Incline Summit via Barr Trail — Manitou Springs

4. North Table Mountain & Tablerock Trail loop — North Table Mountain Park

5. Waterton Canyon Trail via Colorado Trail — Pike National Forest

6. Boulder Reservoir loop

7. Mount Sanitas loop via Red Rocks — Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks

8. Castle Trail loop — Mount Falcon Park

9. Mount Sanitas via Goat Path Trail loop — Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks

10. Walker Ranch Loop trail run — Eldorado Canyon Park

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