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Northwest Hills Planning Region

Peoples State Forest

Northwest Hills Planning Region

Peoples State Forest

The best running trails in Peoples State Forest

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Running in Peoples State Forest 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 in Peoples State Forest—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: December 11, 2025

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1. Miller Pond – Bunnells Pond loop from New Hartford

23.4km

02:35

290m

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

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2. Peoples State Forest loop from New Hartford

12.2km

01:37

330m

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

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3. Running loop from New Hartford

14.7km

01:32

70m

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

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4. Bunnells Pond – Miller Pond loop from Hartland

22.1km

02:19

170m

180m

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

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5. West Hill loop from New Hartford

8.95km

00:57

100m

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

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The best running trails in Peoples State Forest

1. Miller Pond – Bunnells Pond loop from New Hartford

2. Peoples State Forest loop from New Hartford

3. Running loop from New Hartford

4. Bunnells Pond – Miller Pond loop from Hartland

5. West Hill loop from New Hartford

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