Best Running Routes in Queenstown
7 routes
TrailArrow River Trail — Arrowtown
4.9 km3 mEasyGravel
Arrowtown, beside the Arrow River below Buckingham Street
Beginner-friendlyFamily-friendlyFlat
TrailKelvin Peninsula Trail — Kawarau Falls to Kelvin Heights
10.1 km54 mEasyGravel
Kawarau Falls Bridge, Frankton
Beginner-friendlyFlatScenic
TrailLake Hayes Loop — Lake Hayes
7.8 km59 mEasyGravel
Lake Hayes Pavilion and showgrounds, SH6
Beginner-friendlyFamily-friendlyLoop
TrailMoke Lake Loop — Moke Lake
6 km97 mEasyTrail
Moke Lake campsite
LoopScenicSunrise
TrailQueenstown Hill Time Walk — Queenstown
7.5 km440 mHardTrail
End of Belfast Terrace, Queenstown
ScenicSunriseTrail
Trail
Sawpit Gully Loop — Arrowtown
6.7 km330 mHardTrail
Arrowtown Chinese Settlement
LoopScenicTrail
TrailTiki Trail to Bob’s Peak — Queenstown
4.2 km422 mHardTrail
Skyline Gondola base, Brecon Street
ScenicTrail
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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.
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