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The best running trails In South Scotland

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Running In South Scotland 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 South Scotland—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 25, 2025

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1. Glencorse Reservoir, Scald Law & Carnethy Hill loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

13.0km

01:55

500m

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

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2. Carnethy 5 hill race route — Pentland Hills

10.8km

01:46

550m

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

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3. Ayr to Greenan Castle run

11.3km

01:11

30m

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

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4. Gladhouse Reservoir & Hirondean Castle loop

10.6km

01:08

70m

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

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5. River Ayr running loop

5.99km

00:39

30m

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

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6. Mabie Forest & Marthrown Hill loop

8.80km

01:07

240m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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7. Whiteadder Reservoir & Priestlaw Hill loop — Lammermuir Hills

10.8km

01:16

200m

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

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8. The Eildon Hills loop from Melrose

8.90km

01:15

410m

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

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9. River Annan running loop from Moffat

4.75km

00:32

20m

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

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10. St Mary's Loch loop

11.9km

01:18

80m

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

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The best running trails In South Scotland

1. Glencorse Reservoir, Scald Law & Carnethy Hill loop from Flotterstone — Pentland Hills

2. Carnethy 5 hill race route — Pentland Hills

3. Ayr to Greenan Castle run

4. Gladhouse Reservoir & Hirondean Castle loop

5. River Ayr running loop

6. Mabie Forest & Marthrown Hill loop

7. Whiteadder Reservoir & Priestlaw Hill loop — Lammermuir Hills

8. The Eildon Hills loop from Melrose

9. River Annan running loop from Moffat

10. St Mary's Loch loop

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