Running in the Central Highlands 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 the Central Highlands—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. View of the Mountains loop from Ella Railway Station

10.2km

01:30

390m

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

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2. Kandy Lake loop from Deiyannewela

6.92km

00:46

160m

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

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3. Little Adam's Peak loop from Ella

7.05km

00:50

180m

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

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4. Kandy Lake – Ehelepola Walawwa loop from Bogambara

10.5km

01:08

170m

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

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5. Thorana loop from Nallathanniya

9.76km

02:07

840m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. Chimney Pool – World's End (Plate 1) loop from Ohiya State

8.52km

01:05

190m

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

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7. Gregory's Lake loop from Magasthota

9.42km

01:00

90m

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

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8. Nine Arch Bridge Viewpoint loop from Ella Railway Station

8.11km

00:57

190m

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

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9. Kandy Lake loop from Bogambara

10.8km

01:10

190m

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

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10. Little Adam's Peak – Ella Forest Reserve loop from Ella

8.72km

01:06

240m

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

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The best running trails in the Central Highlands

1. View of the Mountains loop from Ella Railway Station

2. Kandy Lake loop from Deiyannewela

3. Little Adam's Peak loop from Ella

4. Kandy Lake – Ehelepola Walawwa loop from Bogambara

5. Thorana loop from Nallathanniya

6. Chimney Pool – World's End (Plate 1) loop from Ohiya State

7. Gregory's Lake loop from Magasthota

8. Nine Arch Bridge Viewpoint loop from Ella Railway Station

9. Kandy Lake loop from Bogambara

10. Little Adam's Peak – Ella Forest Reserve loop from Ella

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