Raleigh Park Running Routes

Where to run in Raleigh, the City of Oaks? Two lake loops on the greenway: Shelley Lake and Lake Johnson. Run either one, connect Strava (or upload your run) and unlock the free digital medal with the Park Mile Passport.

All routes

  • Shelley Lake — 2.2 mi · Greenway & boardwalk loop around the lake · North Raleigh
  • Lake Johnson — 2.9 mi · East Loop with the boardwalk · West Raleigh

Shortest to longest

Shelley Lake (2.2 mi), then the Lake Johnson East Loop (2.9 mi).

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