Running trails at Cardinham Woods

Explore the running trails at Cardinham Woods

With miles of off-road routes for you to enjoy, escape the stuffy gym, embrace the fresh air and get fit where you can be inspired by stunning natural surroundings.

Our network of waymarked trails make running through the forest more accessible, so you can feel confident to just hit the trails and enjoy all the benefits of being active outdoors. 

All trails start and finish near the cafe. 

Map of Cardinham Woods running trails

1km running route: purple waymarkers

A perfect introduction to running. Follow the wide, mostly flat, and well surfaced trail upstream to Centenary bridge to get the lungs working.

2.5km running route: light orange waymarkers

Great for building your fitness on a mostly flat route along the beautiful Lady Vale Walk. Ideal for starting to increase your distance.

5km  running route: white waymarkers

This challenging route explores the Lidcutt Valley, before crossing the river at Angel bridge. Featuring a steady climb before a slow descent, this route is our longest and toughest trail, guaranteed to get the heart pumping.