Running in San Francisco 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 San Francisco—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: September 25, 2025

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1. Aquatic Park beach – San Francisco Waterfront loop from Montgomery Street

10.2km

01:03

20m

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

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2. Golden Gate Bridge View – Marina Yacht harbor ⛵ loop from Marina District

11.1km

01:09

70m

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

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3. Golden Gate Vista Point – Golden Gate Bridge View loop from Marina District

20.3km

02:08

150m

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

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4. Rose Garden 🌹 – South Lake 🌳 Golden Gate Park loop from Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard

17.8km

01:55

140m

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

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5. Rose Garden 🌹 – South Lake 🌳 Golden Gate Park loop from Duboce Avenue & Noe Street

18.3km

02:02

260m

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

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6. Gashouse Cove ⛵ – Marina Yacht harbor ⛵ loop from Russian Hill

7.70km

00:50

120m

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

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7. Golden Gate Bridge View – Golden Gate Promenade loop from Pacific Heights

18.1km

01:55

170m

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

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8. Adah's Stairway Garden – Rose Garden 🌹 loop from Duboce Avenue & Noe Street

12.8km

01:23

160m

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

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9. Rincon Park – Golden Gate Bridge View loop from Folsom

41.6km

04:27

420m

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

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10. Rose Garden 🌹 loop from UCSF Parnassus

11.0km

01:12

110m

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

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The best running trails in San Francisco

1. Aquatic Park beach – San Francisco Waterfront loop from Montgomery Street

2. Golden Gate Bridge View – Marina Yacht harbor ⛵ loop from Marina District

3. Golden Gate Vista Point – Golden Gate Bridge View loop from Marina District

4. Rose Garden 🌹 – South Lake 🌳 Golden Gate Park loop from Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard

5. Rose Garden 🌹 – South Lake 🌳 Golden Gate Park loop from Duboce Avenue & Noe Street

6. Gashouse Cove ⛵ – Marina Yacht harbor ⛵ loop from Russian Hill

7. Golden Gate Bridge View – Golden Gate Promenade loop from Pacific Heights

8. Adah's Stairway Garden – Rose Garden 🌹 loop from Duboce Avenue & Noe Street

9. Rincon Park – Golden Gate Bridge View loop from Folsom

10. Rose Garden 🌹 loop from UCSF Parnassus

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