The best running trails in Nelson
4.3
(16)
1,160
runners
98
runs
Last updated: September 19, 2025
4.0
(1)
75
runners
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
68
runners
2. Taurapa Sculpture loop from Grove Station
9.89km
01:02
80m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.7
(3)
55
runners
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
3.5
(2)
50
runners
4. Te Punawai Pā loop from Tāhunanui
8.21km
00:52
80m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
32
runners
5. Railway Pathway loop from Annesbrook
11.8km
01:14
110m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
5.0
(1)
35
runners
6. Centre of New Zealand loop from Brooklands
5.84km
00:41
170m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
31
runners
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
33
runners
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
4.3
(3)
26
runners
9. Taurapa Sculpture loop from Nelson East
7.31km
00:46
40m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
3.0
(1)
32
runners
10. Taurapa Sculpture loop from Tui Station
15.6km
01:37
90m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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