Running in San Juan 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 San Juan 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 2, 2025

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1. East and West Rim Trail loop — Dead Horse Point State Park

9.11km

01:15

310m

300m

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

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2. Murphy Point Trail — Island in the Sky — Canyonlands National Park

5.44km

00:35

70m

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

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3. Hunter Canyon Trail loop from Spanish Valley

55.5km

06:41

980m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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4. Chesler Park Viewpoint – Chesler Park Trail loop from Monticello

16.5km

02:11

400m

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

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5. Running loop from Moab

16.1km

02:15

490m

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

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6. Running loop from Monticello

11.3km

01:26

170m

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

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7. Druid Arch Viewpoint – Chesler Park Trail loop from Monticello

15.5km

02:01

310m

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

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8. Spring Lake loop from Monticello

28.4km

03:38

810m

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

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9. Kachina Bridge Overlook – Owachomo Bridge Overlook loop from Blanding

14.5km

01:56

310m

300m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10. Running loop from Spanish Valley

14.6km

01:44

180m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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The best running trails in San Juan County

1. East and West Rim Trail loop — Dead Horse Point State Park

2. Murphy Point Trail — Island in the Sky — Canyonlands National Park

3. Hunter Canyon Trail loop from Spanish Valley

4. Chesler Park Viewpoint – Chesler Park Trail loop from Monticello

5. Running loop from Moab

6. Running loop from Monticello

7. Druid Arch Viewpoint – Chesler Park Trail loop from Monticello

8. Spring Lake loop from Monticello

9. Kachina Bridge Overlook – Owachomo Bridge Overlook loop from Blanding

10. Running loop from Spanish Valley

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