Running in New York 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 New York 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: September 28, 2025

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

58.3km

06:03

280m

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

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2. Bethesda Fountain and Terrace loop from 66th Street–Lincoln Center

16.7km

01:45

110m

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

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

13.7km

01:26

80m

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

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4. Rockefeller Park – Little Island at Pier 55 loop from Cortlandt Street

11.3km

01:10

30m

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

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5. TCS NYC Marathon Finish Line – Balto Statue loop from 72nd Street

6.86km

00:43

40m

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

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6. Brookfield Place Plaza – Rockefeller Park loop from Christopher Street

9.03km

00:56

20m

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

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7. Brookfield Place Plaza – Rockefeller Park loop from Broad Street

8.10km

00:50

20m

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

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707

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8. Brookfield Place Plaza – Rockefeller Park loop from 9 St Path Station

10.5km

01:05

20m

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

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9. Central Park – General Sherman Memorial loop from 5th Avenue–53rd Street

8.81km

00:55

40m

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

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10. Running loop from Grand Street

8.80km

00:55

40m

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

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The best running trails in New York County

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

2. Bethesda Fountain and Terrace loop from 66th Street–Lincoln Center

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

4. Rockefeller Park – Little Island at Pier 55 loop from Cortlandt Street

5. TCS NYC Marathon Finish Line – Balto Statue loop from 72nd Street

6. Brookfield Place Plaza – Rockefeller Park loop from Christopher Street

7. Brookfield Place Plaza – Rockefeller Park loop from Broad Street

8. Brookfield Place Plaza – Rockefeller Park loop from 9 St Path Station

9. Central Park – General Sherman Memorial loop from 5th Avenue–53rd Street

10. Running loop from Grand Street

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