It’s fun to do laps around Pru Jeh Son, the ‘star shaped lake’ located near a number of resorts in Phuket’s Thalang district. The lake is easily accessed from good paved roads. A paved path follows the perimeter of the lake, making for a 3.5 km loop. There are nice views of the lake through the lush foliage. It’s a great option to run in some shade on a hot day!  Our thanks to Joylin Nodwell for suggesting this route!

Add-Ons: One can add on to the lake loop with a run along Mai Kho Beach. Also, the hotels in the area generally allow access to their lovely paths, which feature fancy bridges and immaculate gardens.