Trail running routes, race guides, and training tips for every pace and distance.
A good GPS watch tracks your runs, handles navigation, and survives the abuse of trail running without demanding to be charged every two days. We tested the top contenders for 2026.
6.8 miles (one-way) / 13.6 miles (out-and-back) · 800 ft gain
The Mesa Trail runs along the base of the Flatirons for 6.8 miles with constant views of Boulder's iconic rock formations. It's flat enough to run fast, technical enough to stay interesting, and beautiful enough to make every mile feel like a reward.
7.4 miles (loop) · 1,600 ft gain
Ocean views. Redwood forest. Open ridge. Cascading waterfalls. A run on Mount Tamalpais in Marin County packs more visual variety into 7 miles than most trails manage in 20. Here's the classic loop from Pantoll.
New to trail running? This complete beginner's guide covers everything from your first steps on dirt to your first trail race — gear, technique, a 12-week training plan, nutrition, and the mental game.
Trail running looks intimidating from the outside — all those people flying down mountain singletrack in tiny shorts. The truth? It's more accessible than it looks. Here's how to get started without wrecking yourself.
A good hydration vest is the single most important piece of running gear after your shoes. We've tested the top options so you don't have to — here are our picks for every type of runner.
3–30 miles (multiple route options) · 500–2,000 ft depending on route gain
Forest Park in Portland, Oregon is one of the largest urban forests in the US — and one of the best places to trail run on the West Coast. Over 80 miles of trails, right in the city.
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