The best running trails around Princeton

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Running around Princeton 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 Princeton—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.

Princeton Battlefield State Park and Institute Woods — Mercer County	Intermediate 00:40 5.73km
Stony Brook – Institute Woods loop from Princeton	Expert 01:51 17.8km
Herrontown Woods loop from Princeton Center	Expert 02:22 22.4km
Stony Brook loop from West Windsor	Intermediate 01:04 10.3km

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Princeton Battlefield State Park and Institute Woods — Mercer County
00:40
5.73km
6:57/km
20m
20m
Intermediate
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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Stony Brook – Institute Woods loop from Princeton
01:51
17.8km
6:13/km
50m
50m
Expert
3.0
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Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Herrontown Woods loop from Princeton Center
02:22
22.4km
6:20/km
200m
200m
Expert
46
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Stony Brook loop from West Windsor
01:04
10.3km
6:15/km
20m
20m
Intermediate
19
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.