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The best running trails in Mermaids Cave Recreation Reserve
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Running in Mermaids Cave Recreation Reserve 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 Mermaids Cave Recreation Reserve—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.
Expert 01:38 12.5km | |
Intermediate 01:08 9.02km | |
Expert 01:33 12.7km | |
Intermediate 00:40 5.35km |
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01:38
12.5km
7:48/km
260m
260m
Expert9
Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. - 2
01:08
9.02km
7:30/km
210m
210m
Intermediate5
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. 
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01:33
12.7km
7:20/km
250m
250m
Expert3
Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. - 4
00:40
5.35km
7:29/km
150m
150m
Intermediate3
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
5
00:58
7.21km
8:03/km
180m
180m
Expert
4
Expert run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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September 6, 2025
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