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The best running trails around City Of Durham

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Running around City Of Durham 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 City Of Durham—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: November 23, 2025

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1. Aykley Heads Nature Reserve & the River Wear loop from Durham

5.58km

00:34

60m

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

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2. The Durham Cow Statue – Durham Bandstand loop from Crossgate

4.99km

00:32

50m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Framwellgate Bridge – Gala Theatre Durham loop from Durham

10.3km

01:07

100m

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

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4. Durham Amateur Rowing Club – The Durham Cow Statue loop from Merryoaks

11.5km

01:16

130m

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

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5. Aykley Heads Nature Reserve loop from Aykley Heads

5.15km

00:36

60m

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

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The best running trails around City Of Durham

1. Aykley Heads Nature Reserve & the River Wear loop from Durham

2. The Durham Cow Statue – Durham Bandstand loop from Crossgate

3. Framwellgate Bridge – Gala Theatre Durham loop from Durham

4. Durham Amateur Rowing Club – The Durham Cow Statue loop from Merryoaks

5. Aykley Heads Nature Reserve loop from Aykley Heads

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