Running around Gaithersburg 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 Gaithersburg—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 8, 2025

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1. Clopper Lake – Clopper Lake loop from Diamond Farms

9.90km

01:10

60m

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

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2. Black Rock Mill loop from Bridlewood

47.6km

05:17

420m

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

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3. Lake Helene loop from Kentlands

5.46km

00:34

40m

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

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4. Rio Washingtonian Lake loop from Crown

5.90km

00:37

40m

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

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5. Rio Washingtonian Lake loop from Shady Grove Village III

6.68km

00:41

30m

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

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The best running trails around Gaithersburg

1. Clopper Lake – Clopper Lake loop from Diamond Farms

2. Black Rock Mill loop from Bridlewood

3. Lake Helene loop from Kentlands

4. Rio Washingtonian Lake loop from Crown

5. Rio Washingtonian Lake loop from Shady Grove Village III

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