Running is an incredibly healthy activity but it can also be a rejuvenating experience, especially if you are running on a scenic jogging tracks.
There are some really beautiful running tracks in the US. Let’s have a look at the ten best jogging tracks.
1. Kalalau Trail:
Kalalau Trail is one of the most scenic running trails not just in America but all over the world. This track is situated at the Nā Pali Coast of Kauai Hawaii. This exotically lush green trail is 11 miles long. Due to frequent rainfall, the track gets slippery which makes it harder for the beginners to jog. Don’t worry! There are two and four-mile running tracks for the novices.
Completing a full run on this track is on the bucket list of many experienced runners. The runners who go for a full run get to see many tourists’ sites including Hawaiian ruins, white sand beaches and waterfalls.
2. Wildwood Trail:
Wildwood Trail is located in Portland, Oregon. This trail is 30 miles long and offers a number of beautiful tourists’ sites to see on the full run. You will start off from Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington Park and cross the zoo on your way. You will end your trail run at the beautiful Forest Park situated at the west of downtown Portland. This park is covered with hundreds of tall trees with hundreds of species of birds. More than 62 species of mammals reside in this forest park. Pleasant encounters with chirping birds and squirrels will make your run even more refreshing.
3. Mesa Trail
Colorado has the best tracks for marathoners and triathletes who are preparing to participate in marathons. Mesa Trail is located at Boulder, Colorado. This trail is 6.7 miles long and covers Boulder’s Flatirons and foothills. This jogging track is one of the most popular tracks in the USA. Marathon trainers can further challenge themselves by running up Green Mountain and Bear Peak. Lush green mountains promise an exotic sight as well as a breathtaking experience. Make sure you have good trail running shoes made for rugged trails.
4. Venetian Causeway:
If you are planning to make the most out of your summer vacations, then there is no better way than running Venetian Causeway trail. You can enjoy Miami’s summer while jogging through some of the best sites this city has to offer. The Causeway trail covers a sequence of bridges built over man-made islands. However, you will have to share your route with a number of bicyclists, skaters and roller-bladers. If you don’t want to miss the mesmerizing sunrise make sure to rise up early and hit the trail.
5. Hidden Valley Trail:
The experienced runners who want to challenge their potential should try running Hidden Valley Trail. This trail starts steep, however within just 6 miles you get to climb 600 feet. Once you have reached the top you get to see beautiful rust-colored sandstone only seen in the movies. After running 2 miles farther, you need to decide which one of the two trails you should take. One of the paths leads you to petroglyph panel whereas, when you descend 3 miles down the Moab Rim Trail you get to see the Colorado River. This trail is harder to run for the beginners in extreme weather. For a full run, make sure to embark on your journey in the afternoon.
6. Lakefront Trail:
Lakefront Trail is located in Chicago, Illinois. This trail is one of the greatest assets of the city of Chicago. It is 18.5 miles long and runs side by side the shore of Lake Michigan. It is one of the best locations to witness the beautiful city in all of its greatness. This trail is considered one of the best urban running routes in the country as it is surrounded by beautiful parks and soaring skylines. When you decide to go for a full run, you witness beautiful landmarks including Navy Pier, Buckingham Fountain, Aon Center, Soldier Field, Willis Tower and the John Hancock Center.
7. McKenzie River Trail:
McKenzie River Trail is located in Eugene, Oregon. This trail is 27 miles long and it runs along the McKenzie River into the Cascade Mountains ancient forestland. This trail is ideal for those runners who want to challenge their capacity. It includes sharp climbs, hairpin turns, log bridges as well as single-track trails. Joggers cross old lava field, dead trees, blue pools and hot springs on their way to the finishing point. McKenzie River trail is known for its diverse beauty and this is the reason why this trail is on the bucket list of the majority of the avid bicyclist and joggers.
8. Appalachian Trail:
Appalachian Trail is located at Springer Mountain, Georgia. This trail is 2,179 miles long and connects 14 states of the US. it is also known as AT and it is one the most popular trails in America. It takes 48 days to run the trail from end to end. This track is divided into several running sections which make it easier for the large populations to access it. These sections are situated near Knoxville, Virginia; Harper’s Ferry, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, Tennessee; Roanoke and West Virginia.
9. Double Oak Trail:
Double Oak Trail is located in Pelham, Alabama. This running track is 17 miles long. This trail is a single-track loop and is situated in the largest park of Alabama state. It crosses dense green forest and lakes. This track is best for the joggers who want to challenge themselves as they come across various punchy climbs, pine-studded ridges and Rocky routes on your way to the finish line.
10. Berryman Trail:
Berryman Trail is situated at Potosi, Missouri. This trail starts from the center of the Mark Twain National Forest and crosses the Ozark Mountains on its way to the finish line. This trail is 24 miles long and offers the runners a challenging experience as they cross the classic lower Midwestern forests.
Bio: Sadi Khan covers health and fitness research and studies for RunRepeat.com.