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The best running trails in Nelson

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Running in Nelson 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 Nelson—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. Maitai River Valley – Maitai River Valley loop from Grove Station

12.2km

01:19

210m

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

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2. Maitai River Valley – Maitai River Valley loop from Nelson East

11.5km

01:19

240m

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

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3. Taurapa Sculpture loop from Grove Station

9.89km

01:02

80m

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

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4. Railway Pathway – Taurapa Sculpture loop from Grove Station

13.8km

01:26

120m

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

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5. Railway Pathway loop from Annesbrook

11.8km

01:14

110m

120m

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

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6. Centre of New Zealand loop from Brooklands

5.84km

00:41

170m

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

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7. Te Punawai Pā loop from Tāhunanui

6.80km

00:43

70m

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

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8. Maitai River Valley loop from Toi Toi

9.99km

01:04

110m

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

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9. Taurapa Sculpture loop from Tui Station

15.6km

01:37

90m

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

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10. Maitai River Valley – Maitai River Valley loop from Bishopdale

19.3km

02:20

600m

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

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The best running trails in Nelson

1. Maitai River Valley – Maitai River Valley loop from Grove Station

2. Maitai River Valley – Maitai River Valley loop from Nelson East

3. Taurapa Sculpture loop from Grove Station

4. Railway Pathway – Taurapa Sculpture loop from Grove Station

5. Railway Pathway loop from Annesbrook

6. Centre of New Zealand loop from Brooklands

7. Te Punawai Pā loop from Tāhunanui

8. Maitai River Valley loop from Toi Toi

9. Taurapa Sculpture loop from Tui Station

10. Maitai River Valley – Maitai River Valley loop from Bishopdale

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