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The best running trails in North Down

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Running in North Down 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 North Down—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 5, 2025

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1. Bangor to Grey Point Fort run via North Ulster Coastal Path

13.3km

01:23

100m

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

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2. Rocky Outcrop Viewpoint loop from Helen's Bay

8.50km

00:58

110m

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

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3. Rocky Outcrop Viewpoint loop from Crawfordsburn

8.85km

01:00

100m

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

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4. Grey Point Fort – Rocky Outcrop Viewpoint loop from Holywood

21.2km

02:27

110m

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

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5. Rocky Outcrop Viewpoint loop from Bangor West

9.14km

01:01

90m

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

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6. Grey Point Fort – Rocky Outcrop Viewpoint loop from Seahill

18.9km

02:13

130m

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

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7. Helen's Tower loop from Helen's Bay

18km

02:03

190m

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

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8. Running loop from Marino

18.4km

01:55

50m

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

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9. Lagan Weir Bridge – Lagan Riverside Walkway loop from Marino

25.7km

02:41

60m

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

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10. Boating Pond loop from Bangor

7.83km

00:49

70m

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

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The best running trails in North Down

1. Bangor to Grey Point Fort run via North Ulster Coastal Path

2. Rocky Outcrop Viewpoint loop from Helen's Bay

3. Rocky Outcrop Viewpoint loop from Crawfordsburn

4. Grey Point Fort – Rocky Outcrop Viewpoint loop from Holywood

5. Rocky Outcrop Viewpoint loop from Bangor West

6. Grey Point Fort – Rocky Outcrop Viewpoint loop from Seahill

7. Helen's Tower loop from Helen's Bay

8. Running loop from Marino

9. Lagan Weir Bridge – Lagan Riverside Walkway loop from Marino

10. Boating Pond loop from Bangor

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