The best running trails around Kensington

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Running around Kensington 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 Kensington—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.

Western Ridge Trail loop via Valley Trail — Rock Creek Park	Expert 02:19 18.3km
Running loop from Glenwood	Easy 00:31 4.97km
Sligo Creek Trail loop from Capitol View Park	Intermediate 00:57 8.90km
Running loop from Woodmont Triangle	Intermediate 00:53 8.45km

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Western Ridge Trail loop via Valley Trail — Rock Creek Park
02:19
18.3km
7:34/km
240m
240m
Expert
5.0
(1)
126
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Running loop from Glenwood
00:31
4.97km
6:16/km
50m
50m
Easy
22
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Sligo Creek Trail loop from Capitol View Park
00:57
8.90km
6:24/km
50m
50m
Intermediate
18
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Running loop from Woodmont Triangle
00:53
8.45km
6:15/km
70m
70m
Intermediate
12
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.