The best running trails around Potomac

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Running around Potomac 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 Potomac—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.

Cabin John Trail Loop — Cabin John Regional Park	Expert 00:37 5.14km
Lockhouse 10 – Little Falls Dam loop from Cabin John	Expert 01:49 17.6km
Widewater – Chesapeake and Ohio Canal loop from Fawsett Farms	Intermediate 01:34 14.1km
Widewater – Chesapeake and Ohio Canal loop from Cabin John Park	Intermediate 01:31 14.6km

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Cabin John Trail Loop — Cabin John Regional Park
00:37
5.14km
7:16/km
30m
30m
Expert
4.5
(2)
8
Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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Lockhouse 10 – Little Falls Dam loop from Cabin John
01:49
17.6km
6:12/km
50m
50m
Expert
86
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Widewater – Chesapeake and Ohio Canal loop from Fawsett Farms
01:34
14.1km
6:38/km
120m
120m
Intermediate
48
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Widewater – Chesapeake and Ohio Canal loop from Cabin John Park
01:31
14.6km
6:14/km
70m
70m
Intermediate
42
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.