Best running routes in Boston

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Best running routes in Boston

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Boston is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Massachusetts. It serves as a cultural and financial center of New England, a region of the Northeastern United States. Boston has an area of 48.4 sq mi and a population of 675,647 as of the 2020 census, making it the third-most populous city in the Northeastern United States after New York City and Philadelphia. The larger Greater Boston metropolitan statistical area had a population of 4.9 million in 2023, making it the largest metropolitan area in New England and the eleventh-largest in the United States.

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Weather and seasonal running guidance

Current weatherPartly cloudy
AQI index119 · Unhealthy for sensitive
Temperature23.2°C
Wind speed8.2 km/h
Wind directionENE (67°)
Best monthsYear-round, based on local weather and race calendar.
SeasonTypical weatherRunning guidance
All seasonsVaries by cityAdjust pace, hydration, and timing based on current weather.

Surface mix: Urban roads, park paths, and mixed city surfaces.

Safety tip: Check traffic flow, sidewalks, and route lighting before your run.

Route list

PreviewRouteElevation LossMapRun in appPreviewReviews
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11.4 km
80 m
78 m
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9.2 km
64 m
62 m
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11.6 km
81 m
79 m
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13.4 km
94 m
92 m
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13.6 km
95 m
93 m
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12.6 km
88 m
86 m
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