The best running trails in Gateway National Recreation Area

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Running in Gateway National Recreation Area 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 Gateway National Recreation Area—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.

Sandy Hook Trail loop — Gateway National Recreation Area	Intermediate 01:28 14.3km
Battery Barry – South Beach, Staten Island loop from Arrochar	Intermediate 00:49 7.89km
Sandy Hook Trail – Beach C loop from Atlantic Highlands	Expert 01:50 17.9km
Nike Missile Launch Site NY-56 loop from Highlands	Intermediate 00:51 8.19km

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Sandy Hook Trail loop — Gateway National Recreation Area
01:28
14.3km
6:10/km
10m
10m
Intermediate
23
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Battery Barry – South Beach, Staten Island loop from Arrochar
00:49
7.89km
6:12/km
30m
30m
Intermediate
24
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Sandy Hook Trail – Beach C loop from Atlantic Highlands
01:50
17.9km
6:10/km
20m
20m
Expert
22
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Nike Missile Launch Site NY-56 loop from Highlands
00:51
8.19km
6:11/km
0m
0m
Intermediate
12
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.