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The best running trails in San Francisco

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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: November 1, 2025

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1. Marina Yacht harbor ⛵ – Golden Gate Bridge View loop from North Beach

12.5km

01:19

90m

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

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

18.6km

02:04

260m

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

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4. Rose Garden 🌹 loop from Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard

15km

01:37

120m

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

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5. San Francisco Waterfront loop from Fisherman's Wharf

5.92km

00:37

10m

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

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6. Rincon Park – Golden Gate Bridge View loop from 23rd Street

27.7km

02:51

90m

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

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7. 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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8. Fire Department Station 35 – Rincon Park loop from 20th Street

10.5km

01:05

30m

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. Golden Gate Bridge View – Marina Yacht harbor ⛵ loop from Presidio Terrace

12.5km

01:18

90m

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. Marina Yacht harbor ⛵ – Golden Gate Bridge View loop from North Beach

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

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

4. Rose Garden 🌹 loop from Judah Street & Sunset Boulevard

5. San Francisco Waterfront loop from Fisherman's Wharf

6. Rincon Park – Golden Gate Bridge View loop from 23rd Street

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

8. Fire Department Station 35 – Rincon Park loop from 20th Street

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

10. Golden Gate Bridge View – Marina Yacht harbor ⛵ loop from Presidio Terrace

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