Trail Running > Routes > Peak District Routes
Discover one of Britain’s best-loved trail running destinations.
The Peak District may lack towering mountains, but it more than compensates with variety and character. From the rugged gritstone edges and wild moorland of the Dark Peak to the limestone dales and sparkling rivers of the White Peak, every landscape offers a distinct trail running experience.
Explore the Peak District with themed collections that reveal its diversity and beauty. Every route includes a detailed guide, GPX download and on-the-ground photography.
Classic Dales
Limestone dales, riverside trails and the classic valleys that define the White Peak.
WHITE PEAK
Lathkill Dale & Bradford Dale
19 km • 355 m • –Moderate–
A perfect introduction to the beauty of the White Peak’s limestone dales.
WHITE PEAK
Wolfscote, Biggin & Beresford Dales
9.5 km • 160 m • –Easy–
Experience the quieter side of the River Dove with this trio of classic dales.
WHITE PEAK
Manifold Valley & Thors Cave
16 km • 500 m • –Moderate–
Towering crags and lush green valleys make this a perfect White Peak outing.
Crags & Edges
Gritstone edges, rocky tors and some of the Peak District’s most iconic trail running.
DARK PEAK
Froggatt, Curbar & Baslow Edges
12 km • 275 m • –Easy–
A classic Dark Peak run, with bird’s-eye views of the Derwent Valley.
SOUTH WEST PEAK
The Roaches & Luds Church
20 km • 800 m • –Hard–
A playground of gritstone edges and tors, unique to the South West Peak.
DARK PEAK
Stanage Edge & Higger Tor
15 km • 410 m • –Moderate–
A rock-hopping circuit of the Peak District’s most iconic gritstone edge.
Explore the Running Areas
Discover what makes each area unique before choosing your next run.
Dark Peak
High moorland plateaus, iconic gritstone edges and classic Peak District traverses.
White Peak
Limestone dales, sparkling rivers and some of England’s finest valley running.
South West Peak
Distinctive peaks, rugged gritstone edges and quieter Peak District adventures.
Moorland Magic
Wild open moors, sweeping horizons and the quieter side of the Peak District.
SOUTH WEST PEAK
Three Shires Head & Axe Edge
17 km • 590 m • –Moderate–
Remote moors and ancient packhorse trails link three county borders.
SOUTH WEST PEAK
Shining Tor & Windgather Rocks
17 km • 620 m • –Moderate–
Atmospheric high moors and sweeping views across the Goyt Valley.
SOUTH WEST PEAK
Shutlingsloe Moorland Circuit
11 km • 470 m • –Moderate–
The “Cheshire Matterhorn” and its surrounding moors are rugged and tranquil.
All Peak District trail running routes
An A-Z list of all route guides
Froggatt, Curbar & Baslow Edge
Dark Peak • 12 km • 275 m • Easy
Shutlingsloe & Macclesfield Forest
South West Peak • 11 km • 470 m • Moderate
Stanage Edge, Higger Tor & Carl Wark
Dark Peak • 15 km • 410 m • Moderate
The Roaches & Luds Church
South West Peak • 20 km • 800 m • Hard
Three Shires Head, Cheeks Hill & Axe Edge
South West Peak • 17 km • 590 m • Moderate
Lathkill Dale
White Peak • 19 km • 355 m • Moderate
Mam Tor & the Great Ridge via Cave Dale
Dark Peak • 14 km • 555 m • Moderate
Manifold Valley & Thors Cave
White Peak • 16 km • 500 m • Moderate
Windgather Rocks & Shining Tor
South West Peak • 17 km • 620 m • Moderate
Wolfscote, Biggin & Beresford Dales
White Peak • 9.5 km • 160 m • Easy
Prepare for the Peaks
Practical advice on weather, safety and essential kit for running in the Peak District.
Safety & Preparation
Pre-run planning guides for managing mountain environments
Weather & Conditions
Weather forecasts, ground conditions and their implications
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