The best running trails around Borders Forest Park

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Running around Borders Forest Park 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 Borders Forest Park—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.

Gallsike Plantation loop from Newcastleton	Intermediate 00:51 7.57km
Running loop from Newcastleton	Easy 00:25 4.03km
Priest Hill loop from Newcastleton	Intermediate 01:37 13.2km
Running loop from Hobkirk	Intermediate 01:08 9.90km

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Gallsike Plantation loop from Newcastleton
00:51
7.57km
6:48/km
110m
120m
Intermediate
5
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Running loop from Newcastleton
00:25
4.03km
6:18/km
30m
30m
Easy
4
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Priest Hill loop from Newcastleton
01:37
13.2km
7:22/km
220m
220m
Intermediate
5
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Running loop from Hobkirk
01:08
9.90km
6:49/km
140m
150m
Intermediate
4
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.