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The best running trails in Virginia

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Running in Virginia 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 Virginia—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 10, 2025

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1. Virginia Beach Boardwalk

8.88km

00:55

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

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2. James River loop via JRPS Maintenance, Reedy Creek, High Water, and North Bank Trails — Richmond

10.1km

01:09

70m

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

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3. Scenic Drive loop via Burma Road — Prince William Forest Park

16.4km

01:43

140m

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

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4. Charlottesville Reservoir loop — Ragged Mountain Natural Area

8.84km

00:58

140m

150m

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

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5. Cape Henry Trail — First Landing State Park

24.4km

02:33

10m

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

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6. Rivanna River Trail — Darden Towe Memorial Park

6.51km

00:40

30m

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

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7. Long Creek Trail & Cape Henry Trail loop — First Landing State Park

12.7km

01:25

10m

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

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8. Saunders-Monticello Trail — Kemper Park

6.92km

00:48

110m

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

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9. Bull Run-Occoquan Trail Loop — Fountainhead Regional Park

21.2km

02:46

260m

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

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10. Co-Op Trail and Forest Exploration Trail loop — Pocahontas State Park

6.73km

00:49

40m

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

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The best running trails in Virginia

1. Virginia Beach Boardwalk

2. James River loop via JRPS Maintenance, Reedy Creek, High Water, and North Bank Trails — Richmond

3. Scenic Drive loop via Burma Road — Prince William Forest Park

4. Charlottesville Reservoir loop — Ragged Mountain Natural Area

5. Cape Henry Trail — First Landing State Park

6. Rivanna River Trail — Darden Towe Memorial Park

7. Long Creek Trail & Cape Henry Trail loop — First Landing State Park

8. Saunders-Monticello Trail — Kemper Park

9. Bull Run-Occoquan Trail Loop — Fountainhead Regional Park

10. Co-Op Trail and Forest Exploration Trail loop — Pocahontas State Park

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