The best running trails in Queensland
4.5
(252)
40,470
runners
1,682
runs
Running in Queensland 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 Queensland—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 7, 2025
4.4
(11)
876
runners
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Expert
5.0
(7)
789
runners
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
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4.7
(3)
569
runners
3. Cairns Esplanade Promenade loop from Cairns
7.92km
00:49
10m
10m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
4.9
(8)
570
runners
4. Cairns Esplanade Promenade loop from Cairns North
8.72km
00:54
10m
10m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
5.0
(18)
486
runners
5. Story Bridge – The One Residences loop from Teneriffe
11.8km
01:13
30m
30m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
4.3
(3)
474
runners
6. Cairns Esplanade Promenade loop from Cairns City
4.92km
00:30
10m
10m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Easy
5.0
(1)
455
runners
7. South Bank parkrun – Brisbane Sign loop from Kangaroo Point
6.11km
00:38
40m
40m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
5.0
(2)
433
runners
8. Airlie Beach Lagoon loop from Yachtsmans Paradise
8.68km
00:55
50m
50m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
5.0
(6)
424
runners
9. View of Brisbane Skyline – Brisbane Sign loop from South Brisbane
8.72km
00:54
30m
30m
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Intermediate
5.0
(2)
411
runners
10. The One Residences – Story Bridge loop from Brisbane Central
17.2km
01:47
60m
60m
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Expert
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