Best Running Routes in Auckland
Road and trail runs in Auckland, New Zealand — with maps, distance, elevation and local tips.
Road
Cornwall Park loop from Epsom
6.9 km100 mModerateSealed path
Cornwall Park parking (Epsom side)
LoopParklandScenic
Road
Hobsonville Point Coastal Walkway
7 km10 mEasySealed path
Catalina Bay, Hobsonville Point
Family-friendlyFlatPram-friendly
Road
Lake Pupuke Loop — Takapuna to Milford
6.5 km30 mEasySealed path
Killarney Park, Takapuna
Family-friendlyFlatLoop
Trail
Long Bay Regional Park — Coastal Walkway
8 km60 mModerateTrail
Long Bay Regional Park car park
CoastalFamily-friendlyScenic
RoadTāmaki Drive — Mission Bay to St Heliers
6 km15 mEasySealed path
Mission Bay
Beginner-friendlyLong runScenic
Road
Westhaven Marina to Herne Bay
6 km10 mEasySealed path
Silo Park, Wynyard Quarter
FlatScenicSunrise
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Auckland running FAQs
Where are the best places to run in Auckland?
Browse the road and trail routes above — each lists distance, elevation, surface and a start point on the map. Use the Road/Trail toggle to jump to your kind of running.
What's the difference between road and trail routes?
Road routes are sealed and usually flat and well-lit — good for pace work and beginners. Trail routes are off-road with more elevation and technical terrain.
Can I add my own Auckland running route?
Yes — use the "Submit a route" button. Your route appears here after a quick review.