The best running trails in Riverhead Forest

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Running in Riverhead 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 Riverhead 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.

Red Hill loop from Riverhead	Intermediate 01:01 9.53km
Running loop from Matua Subdivision	Intermediate 01:05 9.81km
Jessie Rise Stormwater Pond loop from Riverhead	Intermediate 00:59 9.42km
Upper Waitematā Harbour – Kōwhai Beach loop from Greenhithe	Intermediate 01:13 11.7km

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Red Hill loop from Riverhead
01:01
9.53km
6:26/km
150m
150m
Intermediate
21
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Running loop from Matua Subdivision
01:05
9.81km
6:37/km
190m
190m
Intermediate
4
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Jessie Rise Stormwater Pond loop from Riverhead
00:59
9.42km
6:17/km
80m
80m
Intermediate
5
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Upper Waitematā Harbour – Kōwhai Beach loop from Greenhithe
01:13
11.7km
6:15/km
80m
80m
Intermediate
8
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.