The best running trails around Manchester

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Running around Manchester 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 Manchester—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.

Hawk Ridge Trail running loop — Queeny Park	Intermediate 00:51 7.50km
Simpson Park Lake running loop via Meramac Greenway Trail	Intermediate 00:46 7.51km
Meramac Greenway Trail loop from Valley Park	Intermediate 00:36 5.90km
Queeny Park loop from Des Peres	Intermediate 00:37 5.88km

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Hawk Ridge Trail running loop — Queeny Park
00:51
7.50km
6:48/km
70m
70m
Intermediate
54
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Simpson Park Lake running loop via Meramac Greenway Trail
00:46
7.51km
6:10/km
20m
20m
Intermediate
5
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Meramac Greenway Trail loop from Valley Park
00:36
5.90km
6:11/km
20m
20m
Intermediate
14
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Queeny Park loop from Des Peres
00:37
5.88km
6:17/km
60m
60m
Intermediate
6
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.