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North Devon

North Devon

The best running trails in North Devon

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Running in North Devon 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 Devon—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 30, 2025

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1. Heddon Valley & Woody Bay loop from the Hunter's Inn — Exmoor National Park

9.89km

01:15

330m

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

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2. Little & Great Hangman loop from Combe Martin — Exmoor National Park

8.58km

01:02

300m

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

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3. The Valley of Rocks loop — Exmoor National Park

8.58km

01:00

290m

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

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4. Shilstone Hill, Doone Valley & Foreland Point loop from Barna Barrow — Exmoor National Park

25.9km

03:02

740m

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

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5. Elwill Bay Coastal Path & Trentishoe loop — Exmoor National Park

7.22km

00:55

250m

240m

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

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6. Steep Sandy Dune – Sand Dune Trails loop from Woolacombe

8.60km

01:00

120m

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

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7. View of Woolacombe Beach – Baggy Point loop from Croyde

12.6km

01:25

200m

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

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8. Black Rock Pit loop from Newport

6.17km

00:39

40m

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

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9. View of Woolacombe Beach – View of the North Devon Coast loop from Woolacombe

18.9km

02:11

300m

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

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10. Croyde Beach – Baggy Point loop from Croyde

7.01km

00:48

100m

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

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The best running trails in North Devon

1. Heddon Valley & Woody Bay loop from the Hunter's Inn — Exmoor National Park

2. Little & Great Hangman loop from Combe Martin — Exmoor National Park

3. The Valley of Rocks loop — Exmoor National Park

4. Shilstone Hill, Doone Valley & Foreland Point loop from Barna Barrow — Exmoor National Park

5. Elwill Bay Coastal Path & Trentishoe loop — Exmoor National Park

6. Steep Sandy Dune – Sand Dune Trails loop from Woolacombe

7. View of Woolacombe Beach – Baggy Point loop from Croyde

8. Black Rock Pit loop from Newport

9. View of Woolacombe Beach – View of the North Devon Coast loop from Woolacombe

10. Croyde Beach – Baggy Point loop from Croyde

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