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The best running trails in Pennsylvania

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Running in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania—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 16, 2025

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1. North Park Lake loop via Lake Shore Drive — Allegheny County

10.2km

01:05

90m

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

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2. Joseph Plumb Martin Trail loop — Valley Forge National Historical Park

8.10km

00:51

60m

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

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3. North Shore Trail to North Shore Riverfront Park — Pittsburgh

10.4km

01:04

10m

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

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4. Little Lehigh Parkway Trail loop — Allentown, Pennsylvania

10.0km

01:13

70m

60m

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

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5. Point State Park via Three Rivers Heritage Trail — Pittsburgh

7.61km

00:47

10m

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

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6. Marshall Island via Red and Blue Dot Trail loop — North Park

13.4km

01:38

200m

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

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7. Waterfront to Hotel Metal Bridge via Three Rivers Heritage Trail — Pittsburgh

14.1km

01:27

30m

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

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8. Union Canal Trail — Reading, Pennsylvania

14.3km

01:44

70m

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

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9. Delaware Canal Towpath 25k loop — Mercer County

24.7km

02:45

50m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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10. North Park Lake to Marshall Lake loop via Orange Trail — North Park

15.2km

01:45

210m

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

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The best running trails in Pennsylvania

1. North Park Lake loop via Lake Shore Drive — Allegheny County

2. Joseph Plumb Martin Trail loop — Valley Forge National Historical Park

3. North Shore Trail to North Shore Riverfront Park — Pittsburgh

4. Little Lehigh Parkway Trail loop — Allentown, Pennsylvania

5. Point State Park via Three Rivers Heritage Trail — Pittsburgh

6. Marshall Island via Red and Blue Dot Trail loop — North Park

7. Waterfront to Hotel Metal Bridge via Three Rivers Heritage Trail — Pittsburgh

8. Union Canal Trail — Reading, Pennsylvania

9. Delaware Canal Towpath 25k loop — Mercer County

10. North Park Lake to Marshall Lake loop via Orange Trail — North Park

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