Running around Leeds 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 Leeds—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 3, 2025

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1. The Chevin loop from Surprise View

5.15km

00:35

90m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. Fairburn Ings & Ledsham loop

14.5km

01:36

80m

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

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3. Roundhay Lake – The Mansion, Roundhay Park loop from Lidgett Park

8.92km

00:57

90m

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

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4. Lagoon – River Aire loop from Cottingley

27.2km

02:54

170m

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

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5. Crown Point Bridge loop from Thwaite Gate

8.35km

00:52

20m

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

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6. Leeds City Square loop from Kirkstall Forge

16.6km

01:44

110m

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

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7. Roundhay Lake – The Mansion, Roundhay Park loop from Park Villas

10.5km

01:06

100m

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

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8. Thorner Moor Plantation loop from Bramham

8.11km

00:59

80m

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

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9. Leeds and Liverpool Canal Path loop from Headingley

24.1km

02:33

140m

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

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10. Running loop from Rodley

12.1km

01:18

60m

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

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The best running trails around Leeds

1. The Chevin loop from Surprise View

2. Fairburn Ings & Ledsham loop

3. Roundhay Lake – The Mansion, Roundhay Park loop from Lidgett Park

4. Lagoon – River Aire loop from Cottingley

5. Crown Point Bridge loop from Thwaite Gate

6. Leeds City Square loop from Kirkstall Forge

7. Roundhay Lake – The Mansion, Roundhay Park loop from Park Villas

8. Thorner Moor Plantation loop from Bramham

9. Leeds and Liverpool Canal Path loop from Headingley

10. Running loop from Rodley

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