The best running trails around Detroit

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Running around Detroit 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 Detroit—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.

Belle Isle loop at Belle Isle Park	Intermediate 00:53 8.55km
Belle Isle loop to William Livingstone Lighthouse — Belle Isle Park	Intermediate 01:04 9.96km
Downtown loop via Detroit Riverwalk	Intermediate 00:45 7.26km
Detroit Riverwalk and Belle Island loop	Expert 02:31 23.9km

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Belle Isle loop at Belle Isle Park
00:53
8.55km
6:10/km
10m
10m
Intermediate
5.0
(1)
35
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Belle Isle loop to William Livingstone Lighthouse — Belle Isle Park
01:04
9.96km
6:24/km
10m
10m
Intermediate
30
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3
Downtown loop via Detroit Riverwalk
00:45
7.26km
6:12/km
20m
20m
Intermediate
16
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
Detroit Riverwalk and Belle Island loop
02:31
23.9km
6:20/km
30m
30m
Expert
8
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.