There isn’t really a longer path along man-made Lake Paranoá. There are some nice parks with waterfront paths on both the northern end southern sides. Here are some favorite options for running:
Parque Deck Sul. Nice lakefront park in the Asa Sul residential district with views of the water and Ponte das Garças. A loop is ~1.5 km on cycle paths and a boardwalk path. Can be combined with nearby Parque Asa Sul. See our Asa Sul route.
Parque Vivencial do Lago Norte. Google Street View
Pontão do Lago Sul and Parque Ecológico Península Sul. 10.7 km out and back, 66m gain. Combine three parks just over the Ponte Presidente Costa e Silva bridge (JK Bridge). Paths in Praia Do Cerrado, the palm-lined paths of Pontão do Lago Sul, and the waterfront multi-use paths in Parque Ecológico Península Sul. The Parque Ecológico is the most extensive, with a paved ~3 km path along the water. We’ve mapped a nearly 11 km out and back, with a not so great road connection between the Pontão do Lago and Parque Ecológico.
Parque Vivencial II do Lago Norte. 3.5 km out and back, 21m gain. On the north side of the river, this attractive waterfront park has a nice gravel path along the water, making for a 3.5 km out and back.
There isn’t really a longer path along man-made Lake Paranoá. There are some nice parks with waterfront paths on both the northern end southern sides. Here are some favorite options for running:
Parque Deck Sul. Nice lakefront park in the Asa Sul residential district with views of the water and Ponte das Garças. A loop is ~1.5 km on cycle paths and a boardwalk path. Can be combined with nearby Parque Asa Sul. See our Asa Sul route.
Parque Vivencial do Lago Norte. Google Street View
Pontão do Lago Sul and Parque Ecológico Península Sul. 10.7 km out and back, 66m gain. Combine three parks just over the Ponte Presidente Costa e Silva bridge (JK Bridge). Paths in Praia Do Cerrado, the palm-lined paths of Pontão do Lago Sul, and the waterfront multi-use paths in Parque Ecológico Península Sul. The Parque Ecológico is the most extensive, with a paved ~3 km path along the water. We’ve mapped a nearly 11 km out and back, with a not so great road connection between the Pontão do Lago and Parque Ecológico.
Parque Vivencial II do Lago Norte. 3.5 km out and back, 21m gain. On the north side of the river, this attractive waterfront park has a nice gravel path along the water, making for a 3.5 km out and back.
A unique, spectacular run through the heart of Brasília. Up to 10 km one-way, on paths though parks & gardens along the median. Highlights are the Cathedral of Brasília, Ministerial Corridor, National Congress, TV Tower, Supreme Court. Good add-on options.
One of the largest urban parks in the world. Large open spaces, recreation facilities, a lake, an amusement park, & more. Paved trails of 2, 4, & 6 miles. A loop around the main perimeter road is 9.3 km. Can add with nearby Eixo Monumental.
Some decent running in Brasília's residential districts. In Asa Norte, our route combines the University of Brasília, paths along leafy residential streets, and a loop around Parque Olhos D’Água. Can be combined with our Federal District route.
Running highlights in this residential neighborhood south of the Federal District include walking/cycle paths around Parque Asa Sul and the waterfront Parque Deck Sul, and some pedestrian paths along some leafy residential streets.
One of the largest parks in the world located in an urban area. In addition to its popular natural swimming pools, there are good trails for walking, running, and cycling. Best for running is the Crystal Water Trail, up to 15 km.
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