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Lyell Range

Lyell Range

The best running trails in the Lyell Range

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Running in the Lyell Range 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 Lyell Range—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. Running loop from Motueka

4.61km

00:29

10m

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

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2. Riwaka Bike Path loop from Riwaka

15.6km

01:43

190m

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

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3. Gentle Annie Lookout loop from Hector

5.10km

00:32

40m

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

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4. Running loop from Murchison

4.82km

00:30

10m

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

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5. Flora Saddle loop from Dodson Valley

8.83km

01:22

460m

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

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6. Tākaka Hill loop from Cook's Corner

5.52km

00:45

180m

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

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7. Gordons Pyramid – Flora Saddle loop from Dodson Valley

24.9km

03:54

1,020m

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

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The best running trails in the Lyell Range

1. Running loop from Motueka

2. Riwaka Bike Path loop from Riwaka

3. Gentle Annie Lookout loop from Hector

4. Running loop from Murchison

5. Flora Saddle loop from Dodson Valley

6. Tākaka Hill loop from Cook's Corner

7. Gordons Pyramid – Flora Saddle loop from Dodson Valley

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