Running in Spotsylvania 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 Spotsylvania 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 4, 2025

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1. Railroad Ford and Glenora Trails — Lake Anna State Park

7.23km

00:52

40m

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

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2. Canal Path loop from Maryes Heights

24.2km

02:32

140m

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

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3. Running loop from Southern Gateway

13.7km

01:39

140m

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

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4. Running loop from Thornburg

3.92km

00:26

40m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Running loop from Fawn Lake

11.7km

01:14

70m

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

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6. Prospect Hill loop from Artillery Ridge

7.08km

00:48

50m

60m

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

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7. Running loop from Sylvania Heights

7.10km

00:49

60m

50m

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

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8. Lake Anna loop from Thornburg

12.0km

01:28

90m

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

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9. Howison Hill loop from Confederate Ridge

11.6km

01:19

140m

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

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10. Running loop from Maryes Heights

6.40km

00:40

60m

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

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The best running trails in Spotsylvania County

1. Railroad Ford and Glenora Trails — Lake Anna State Park

2. Canal Path loop from Maryes Heights

3. Running loop from Southern Gateway

4. Running loop from Thornburg

5. Running loop from Fawn Lake

6. Prospect Hill loop from Artillery Ridge

7. Running loop from Sylvania Heights

8. Lake Anna loop from Thornburg

9. Howison Hill loop from Confederate Ridge

10. Running loop from Maryes Heights

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