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The best running trails in the Bay of Plenty

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Running in the Bay of Plenty 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 Bay of Plenty—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 10, 2025

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1. Two lakes lookout loop from Lake Okareka

6.18km

00:44

100m

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

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2. Running loop from Lake Okareka

5.96km

00:41

110m

100m

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

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3. Estuary Boardwalk loop from Judea

8.87km

00:55

50m

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

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4. Two lakes lookout – Tokorangi Pā loop from Fenton Park

29.9km

03:41

690m

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

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5. Sulphur Springs – Wooden Bridge loop from Ngāpuna

4.41km

00:28

10m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Pohaturoa loop from Whakarewarewa

10.8km

01:14

200m

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

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7. Sulphur Springs – Wooden Bridge loop from Fenton Park

14.4km

01:31

50m

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

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8. Sulphur Springs – Wooden Bridge loop from Ohinemutu

43.2km

05:08

850m

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

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9. Pohaturoa – Tokorangi Pā loop from Tihiotonga

15.3km

01:48

380m

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

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10. Running loop from Fenton Park

5.44km

00:42

140m

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

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The best running trails in the Bay of Plenty

1. Two lakes lookout loop from Lake Okareka

2. Running loop from Lake Okareka

3. Estuary Boardwalk loop from Judea

4. Two lakes lookout – Tokorangi Pā loop from Fenton Park

5. Sulphur Springs – Wooden Bridge loop from Ngāpuna

6. Pohaturoa loop from Whakarewarewa

7. Sulphur Springs – Wooden Bridge loop from Fenton Park

8. Sulphur Springs – Wooden Bridge loop from Ohinemutu

9. Pohaturoa – Tokorangi Pā loop from Tihiotonga

10. Running loop from Fenton Park

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