From north to south, East Coast to West, our country has some pretty stunning landscapes. The only thing better than running is running along a truly beautiful path, so here are some gorgeous trails around the nation that provide extraordinary scenery while you work up a sweat!

Ridgeline Trail: Eugene, OR

At 14 miles long, this trail curves through more than 1,000 acres of diverse natural habitats while straddling the southern edge of Eugene, Oregon.

Runyon Canyon: Hollywood, CA

Beautiful scenery, beautiful people and three intense trails are the big draw for this route, which is a favorite for locals, tourists and the occasional A-list celebrity!

Central Park: New York City, NY

Every runner should trek through Central Park at least once in his or her life! The whole loop is a little over six miles, and the terrain, scenery and history make this run an absolute must!

Lakeside Park: Highland Park, TX

This gorgeous park sits on over 14 acres of impeccably landscaped grounds, taking runners past the Turtle Creek Dam, adorable teddy bear statues and the peaceful Read Memorial.

Thurston Lava Tube: Nahuku, HI

At only 1/3 mile, this trail is the shortest, but definitely the most unique! Several hundred years ago a river of red lava rushed through, carving out this cave-like structure. The tree fern forest and cave-like lava tube greet you at the entrance, where you may spot red apapane birds feeding on red ohi'a blossoms along the path!

Chicago Lakefront: Chicago, IL

This 18-mile trail along Lake Michigan is one of the most beautiful routes in one of the country’s most beautiful cities! The trail is open 24 hours a day, and boasts stunning views of Chicago’s beaches, Soldier Field, Navy Pier and the Sears Tower.

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