The best running trails in the Australian Capital Territory
4.7
(47)
6,878
runners
432
runs
Running in the Australian Capital Territory 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 Australian Capital Territory—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 30, 2025
4.5
(6)
600
runners
1. Running loop from South Canberra
8.15km
00:50
20m
20m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
4.8
(5)
501
runners
2. Running loop from Parkes
5.47km
00:34
10m
10m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
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4.6
(5)
288
runners
3. Molonglo River loop from Parkes
12.8km
01:20
20m
20m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
4.6
(5)
236
runners
4. Molonglo River – Jerrabomberra Pool loop from Manuka
11.5km
01:13
40m
40m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
197
runners
5. Wading Pool loop from Parkes
26.3km
02:44
100m
100m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Expert
5.0
(2)
183
runners
6. Wally Beach – Nengi Bamir loop from Belconnen
10.2km
01:04
50m
50m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
5.0
(1)
174
runners
7. Wading Pool loop from Yarralumla
6.42km
00:40
30m
30m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
5.0
(1)
127
runners
8. Lotus Bay loop from South Canberra
9.57km
01:00
20m
20m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
118
runners
9. Yerrabi Pond loop from Gungahlin
5.17km
00:32
20m
20m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
113
runners
10. Running loop from Ainslie
12.8km
01:22
160m
160m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
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