The best running trails in Mendocino National Forest

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Running in Mendocino National Forest 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 Mendocino National Forest—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.

Five Mile loop from Chico	Intermediate 01:09 10.2km
The Beach loop from Chico	Intermediate 00:36 5.82km
Horseshoe Lake – Upper Bidwell Park loop from Chico	Expert 02:03 16.5km
Horseshoe Lake loop from Chico	Expert 03:24 26.0km

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Five Mile loop from Chico
01:09
10.2km
6:44/km
20m
20m
Intermediate
4.9
(8)
20
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
The Beach loop from Chico
00:36
5.82km
6:16/km
10m
10m
Intermediate
11
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Horseshoe Lake – Upper Bidwell Park loop from Chico
02:03
16.5km
7:28/km
330m
330m
Expert
5.0
(1)
6
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
Horseshoe Lake loop from Chico
03:24
26.0km
7:52/km
630m
630m
Expert
6
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.