Complete with waterfront sidewalks, plenty of off-road trails and a booming running club population, there's no shortage of adventure for any level runner. Check out these runner tips for the next time you find yourself in Tampa.
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Between a bay-front path, several greenway trails and multiple wilderness parks, there's a place for every runner's taste.
Runners who prefer waterfront sights will love Bayshore Boulevard's Linear Park. Made up of a 4.5-mile concrete path, Bayshore Boulevard features the world's longest sidewalk—perfect for short and long runs alike. Feast your eyes on the water with a skyscraper backdrop and before you know it, your workout will be complete.
For those who like to run off-road without complete seclusion, there are several paved trails to explore. Whether it's the Suncoast or Upper Tampa Bay Trail, both offer paths that are closed to motor vehicle traffic. While the Suncoast extends a total of 41.3 miles, the Upper Tampa Bay Trail covers only 7.25 miles. Eventually the two greenways will be connected; but until then, runners can enjoy both separately for long stretches of uninterrupted fun.
If nature loving is more your thing, the Wilderness Park is the ultimate runner's heaven. The multi-use trail system boasts more than 15 miles of trails consisting of a mixture of cypress swamp, pine flatwoods, oak hammocks and vast prairie land. Don't forget to carry your own water, as you'll truly be running in the woods.
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