The dirt tracks of Sanjay Van may qualify as trail running by New Delhi standards, but these wide and smooth trails are without a doubt inviting, even for dedicated road runners. This 783 acre forest park is a great place to spot local flora and fauna, including dancing peacocks and native trees. While there are some technical side trails in the forest, the main “figure 8” loop through the park is about 4 km, and fine for runners of all abilities. There are guide maps in the park, with distance options.
For more distance, use the Meharuli Trail heading towards the National Institute of TB and Respiratory Disease. About 3 km north is Deer Park, where there are some nice trails and a loop around a lake. On the way there, you can pass through the Indian Institute of Technology, which has some great paths and sidewalks.
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The dirt tracks of Sanjay Van may qualify as trail running by New Delhi standards, but these wide and smooth trails are without a doubt inviting, even for dedicated road runners. This 783 acre forest park is a great place to spot local flora and fauna, including dancing peacocks and native trees. While there are some technical side trails in the forest, the main “figure 8” loop through the park is about 4 km, and fine for runners of all abilities. There are guide maps in the park, with distance options.
For more distance, use the Meharuli Trail heading towards the National Institute of TB and Respiratory Disease. About 3 km north is Deer Park, where there are some nice trails and a loop around a lake. On the way there, you can pass through the Indian Institute of Technology, which has some great paths and sidewalks.
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4 km (2.5 miles) 'figure 8' loop
20m (65 feet)
Park entrance off Meharuli, near Medeor Hospital
Bus: Sanskrit Vidyapeeth; Subway: Magenta line R.K. Puram stop is ~2km northeast of park
We’ve mapped a 15 km sightseeing run from Old Delhi to Connaught Place, on some of the nicer city sidewalks and park paths. Go early to avoid traffic and crowds.
The Lodhi Gardens are one of the top tourist attractions in New Delhi, but runners won’t want to miss a trip around the Lodhi Colony Art District, which was recently beautified with a collection of murals.
Run on one of the most important roads in India! This ceremonial road in central New Delhi runs from National Stadium, through India Gate to Rashtrapati Bhavan. It's lined by huge lawns, canals, and rows of trees. Good add-on options.
There are multiple options for a run around Siri Fort and Hauz Khas. Either pay the entry fee to jog the track at the Sports Complex, enjoy the trails of Panchsheel Park, or tour the hip streets of the Hauz Khas neighborhood, including a lake loop at Deer Park.
One of the best road running options around New Delhi, Gurgaon-Faridabad Road is a good spot for a long distance run or some hill training. Go early in the morning before traffic gets too busy. This won't make anyone's 'most scenic run' list.
A good option in North Delhi, Bonta Park (the Kamla Nehru Ridge Park) has nearly 8 km of stone paved and dirt trails. Highlights along the way include the Mutiny Memorial spire and the Flagstaff Tower.
Explore the sprawling lawns and well-kempt paths of Maanik Park, which surrounds the stunning white washed floral architecture of the Lotus Temple. Loops up to 3.5 km, with longer options.
Our favorite running options in Gurugram (aka Gurgaon), a city just south of New Delhi, are the lovely Aravali Biodiversity Park and the jogging trails at Leisure Valley Park and Tau Devilal Biodiversity Park.
Noida is a planned city across the Yamuna River, southeast of New Delhi. The best running options include in include a 1.3 km gravel jogging track around the Noida Cricket Stadium, and a beautiful stretch along the Okhla Bird Sanctuary and Gautam Buddha Park.
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Essentials
4 km (2.5 miles) 'figure 8' loop
20m (65 feet)
Park entrance off Meharuli, near Medeor Hospital
Bus: Sanskrit Vidyapeeth; Subway: Magenta line R.K. Puram stop is ~2km northeast of park
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