A popular paved trail that runs along Fall Creek. Starts at Kessler Park, ~2.5 miles north of downtown, and runs 9.5 northeast to Skiles Test Nature Park. Water views as you pass century-old bridges and established neighborhoods.
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A popular running spot and one of the largest metropolitan green spaces in the nation. There are 10 miles of trails and certified road courses of 5K, 8K, and 10K. Combination of wooded & waterside trails, with some rolling hills.
Explore the eastern and southern edges of the city with the Pleasant Run Trail. The south end is at Garfield Park, the north end is Ellenberger Park.
Formerly a military installation, Fort Ben, as it's called, is now a state park and nature preserve. There are several trails to choose from, however, none of the individual trails are more than three miles.
A wonderful run along the Halifax waterfront. Dedicated boardwalk most of the way, with great views of the water and harbour. Lots of great shops, restaurants, and important Halifax sights along the way.
A 5-mile Halifax 'runseeing' tour. Includes the Public Gardens, Halifax Public Library, Dalhousie University, Halifax Common, and the Citadel -- a National Historic Landmark.
The signature park in Halifax, only 3km from downtown, and wonderful for running. Good combination of waterfront trails and forested, interior paths.
The longest off-road trail in the Halifax metro area. Popular paved bike trail heads west from the city, passing by five lakes, to Lakeside. Connects to the BLT Trail and then the Margarets Bay Trail.
A guide to some of the more pleasant residential and commercial streets for running. Enjoy tony shops, restaurants, historic Victorian homes, and colorful wood frame houses in this compact city! Hilly E-W, flatter N-S.