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The best running trails in Franklin County

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Running in Franklin County 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 Franklin County—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 9, 2025

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1. Rivers Edge Park – Roanoke River Greenway loop from Bellview Terrace

17.5km

01:49

80m

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

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2. Rivers Edge Park loop from Clermont Heights

8.17km

00:51

50m

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

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3. Rivers Edge Park – Roanoke River Greenway loop from Rivermont

6.71km

00:42

20m

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

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4. Rivers Edge Park – Roanoke River Greenway loop from Cedar Bluff

11.5km

01:11

50m

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

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5. Mill Mountain Star loop from Bellview Terrace

9.42km

01:03

240m

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

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6. Rivers Edge Park loop from Old Southwest

5.01km

00:31

30m

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

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7. Rivers Edge Park – Roanoke River Greenway loop from Clermont Heights

14.9km

01:33

70m

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

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8. Mill Mountain – Roanoke Mountain loop from Colonial Heights

24.5km

03:08

620m

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

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9. Mill Mountain Star – Wood Trush Trail loop from Jamestown Place

17.5km

01:58

320m

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

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10. Roanoke River Greenway – Rivers Edge Park loop from Bellview Terrace

9.80km

01:05

210m

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

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The best running trails in Franklin County

1. Rivers Edge Park – Roanoke River Greenway loop from Bellview Terrace

2. Rivers Edge Park loop from Clermont Heights

3. Rivers Edge Park – Roanoke River Greenway loop from Rivermont

4. Rivers Edge Park – Roanoke River Greenway loop from Cedar Bluff

5. Mill Mountain Star loop from Bellview Terrace

6. Rivers Edge Park loop from Old Southwest

7. Rivers Edge Park – Roanoke River Greenway loop from Clermont Heights

8. Mill Mountain – Roanoke Mountain loop from Colonial Heights

9. Mill Mountain Star – Wood Trush Trail loop from Jamestown Place

10. Roanoke River Greenway – Rivers Edge Park loop from Bellview Terrace

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