The best running trails around Thornton

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Running around Thornton 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 around Thornton—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.

South Platte River Trail: Elaine T. Valente Open Space to Riverdale Regional Park	Intermediate 00:54 8.74km
City Park Pond – Big Dry Creek Open Space loop from Cedar Bridge	Expert 02:22 22.8km
Running loop from Village at North Hills	Easy 00:22 3.48km
Running loop from Brighton	Intermediate 00:51 8.16km

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South Platte River Trail: Elaine T. Valente Open Space to Riverdale Regional Park
00:54
8.74km
6:11/km
20m
20m
Intermediate
3
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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City Park Pond – Big Dry Creek Open Space loop from Cedar Bridge
02:22
22.8km
6:14/km
140m
140m
Expert
15
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Running loop from Village at North Hills
00:22
3.48km
6:11/km
10m
10m
Easy
7
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Running loop from Brighton
00:51
8.16km
6:13/km
40m
40m
Intermediate
5
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.