Running around Cambridge 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 Cambridge—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: October 9, 2025

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1. The Backs, Cambridge – Rowing Clubs on the River Cam loop from Trumpington

16.4km

01:42

50m

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

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2. The River Cam & college loop from Cambridge

8.53km

00:53

20m

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

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3. The Backs, Cambridge – Great St Mary's Church loop from Cambridge

17.4km

01:48

50m

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

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4. Rowing Clubs on the River Cam – Cam Towpath loop from Cambridge

7.51km

00:47

10m

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

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5. The Reach – Deep Pool loop from Petersfield

16.2km

01:40

30m

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

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6. Cam Towpath loop from Cambridge

26.3km

02:49

40m

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

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7. The Reach – Plough Reach loop from Cambridge

11.8km

01:14

30m

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

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8. Pathway Along the Waterway loop from Cambridge

9.55km

01:00

30m

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

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9. Skaters' Meadow loop from Newnham

8.61km

00:54

30m

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

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10. Paradise Nature Reserve loop from Cambridge

7.69km

00:49

30m

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

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The best running trails around Cambridge

1. The Backs, Cambridge – Rowing Clubs on the River Cam loop from Trumpington

2. The River Cam & college loop from Cambridge

3. The Backs, Cambridge – Great St Mary's Church loop from Cambridge

4. Rowing Clubs on the River Cam – Cam Towpath loop from Cambridge

5. The Reach – Deep Pool loop from Petersfield

6. Cam Towpath loop from Cambridge

7. The Reach – Plough Reach loop from Cambridge

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9. Skaters' Meadow loop from Newnham

10. Paradise Nature Reserve loop from Cambridge

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