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The best running trails around New York

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Running around New York 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 around New York—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: November 15, 2025

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1. Brooklyn Bridge – Bethesda Fountain and Terrace loop from South Ferry

58.3km

06:03

280m

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

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2. Bethesda Fountain and Terrace loop from Central Park North–110th Street

13.7km

01:26

80m

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

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3. View of the San Remo Towers – Bethesda Fountain and Terrace loop from 66th Street–Lincoln Center

16.5km

01:43

100m

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

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4. TCS NYC Marathon Finish Line – View of the San Remo Towers loop from 50th Street

8.69km

00:54

50m

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

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5. Prospect Park Loop

8.47km

00:54

50m

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

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6. Van Cortlandt Park Loop

13.2km

01:31

140m

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

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7. Columbus Circle – Bethesda Fountain and Terrace loop from 50th Street

6.40km

00:40

30m

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

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8. Brookville Park Greenway to North Woodmere Path — Brookville Park

12.2km

01:15

10m

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

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9. Boathouse – Prospect Park Lake loop from Church Avenue

8.57km

00:56

40m

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

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10. Prospect Park Lake – Marquis de Lafayette Monument loop from Grand Army Plaza

9.81km

01:03

50m

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

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The best running trails around New York

1. Brooklyn Bridge – Bethesda Fountain and Terrace loop from South Ferry

2. Bethesda Fountain and Terrace loop from Central Park North–110th Street

3. View of the San Remo Towers – Bethesda Fountain and Terrace loop from 66th Street–Lincoln Center

4. TCS NYC Marathon Finish Line – View of the San Remo Towers loop from 50th Street

5. Prospect Park Loop

6. Van Cortlandt Park Loop

7. Columbus Circle – Bethesda Fountain and Terrace loop from 50th Street

8. Brookville Park Greenway to North Woodmere Path — Brookville Park

9. Boathouse – Prospect Park Lake loop from Church Avenue

10. Prospect Park Lake – Marquis de Lafayette Monument loop from Grand Army Plaza

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