Accra’s numerous beaches offer an opportunity for some scenic, enjoyable running, with the added bonus of being away from the city’s congested, often un-runnable roads. Some of the best beaches for running in Accra are below. Note:they can get crowded, so best to go early.
Bojo Beach. Google Street View
Labadi Beach. Wide, sandy beach with compact sand near the water. ~ 1 mile long. Centrally located and very popular.
Kokrobite Beach/Kusum Beach/Bojo Beach. These three beaches, located 25 km west of central Acccra, are contiguous, and altogether feature nearly 5 km of excellent beach running. Wide, with compact sand near the water. Note these beaches are not connected to each other by road.
Accra’s numerous beaches offer an opportunity for some scenic, enjoyable running, with the added bonus of being away from the city’s congested, often un-runnable roads. Some of the best beaches for running in Accra are below. Note:they can get crowded, so best to go early.
Bojo Beach. Google Street View
Labadi Beach. Wide, sandy beach with compact sand near the water. ~ 1 mile long. Centrally located and very popular.
Kokrobite Beach/Kusum Beach/Bojo Beach. These three beaches, located 25 km west of central Acccra, are contiguous, and altogether feature nearly 5 km of excellent beach running. Wide, with compact sand near the water. Note these beaches are not connected to each other by road.
Essentials
Labadi Beach is 1.5 km; Kokrobite Beach/Kusum Beach/Bojo Beach are up to ~5 km
See some of Accra's most important sights while also enjoying some of the more 'runnable' roads in the city. Highlights include Osu Castle, Independence Square, National Theater, Parliament House. Roads have decent sidewalks and a nice tree canopy.
The best opportunity tfor a long, green run away from Accra's traffic-choked streets. We've mapped a 6 km loop of the University's verdant paths, quiet roads, & running track. The Botanic Gardens are 1 km away and have 5-6 km of paths that are also nice for running.
Located 30 km north of Accra, the Gardens are a worth-it destination for a run. Enjoy beautifully lined royal palm trees on both sides of the road leading to the car park and other pretty paths that can be stitched together for a 3-4 km run.
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Essentials
Labadi Beach is 1.5 km; Kokrobite Beach/Kusum Beach/Bojo Beach are up to ~5 km
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