Running in Routt 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 Routt 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: October 1, 2025

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1. Spring Creek Trail Run — Steamboat Springs, Colorado

16.5km

02:09

450m

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

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2. Gilpin Lake and Gold Creek Lake loop (Zirkel Circle) — Mount Zirkel Wilderness

17.2km

02:05

720m

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

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3. Upper Fish Creek Falls trail run — Routt National Forest

6.51km

01:00

380m

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

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4. Ditch and Soda Creek loop trail run — Routt National Forest

5.99km

00:45

80m

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

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6.67km

00:42

70m

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The best running trails in Routt County

1. Spring Creek Trail Run — Steamboat Springs, Colorado

2. Gilpin Lake and Gold Creek Lake loop (Zirkel Circle) — Mount Zirkel Wilderness

3. Upper Fish Creek Falls trail run — Routt National Forest

4. Ditch and Soda Creek loop trail run — Routt National Forest

5. Mad Creek Barn trail run — Routt National Forest

6. Heart Lake — Routt National Forest

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8. Howelsen Hill loop from Steamboat Springs

9. Mount Werner loop from Steamboat Springs

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