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Kincorth Hill Nature Reserve — 4.9 km Running Route

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Kincorth Hill Nature Reserve is a 4.9 km (3.0 miles) loop in Aberdeen, Scotland: gently rolling, with 62 m of climb, on mixed ground.

62 mAscent
Paved55%Paved
2/5Hilly

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Kincorth Hill Nature Reserve running route
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Location: Aberdeen, Scotland

Explore the Kincorth Hill Nature Reserve on this engaging 4.9km looped run in Aberdeen. Starting within the reserve, you'll experience a mix of natural trails and paved sections as you navigate the gentle inclines and descents. The route offers scenic views, particularly from the higher points of the reserve, before looping around Redmoss Road and returning to the nature reserve's tranquil paths.

This versatile route is ideal for runners looking for a convenient yet scenic training run with some elevation challenge, or for those wanting to enjoy the natural beauty of the reserve without venturing too far from the city. The varied terrain makes it suitable for both a steady run or some focused hill training.

Common questions

How long is this route?
It's a 4.9 km loop in Aberdeen, Scotland with around 62 metres of total ascent.
How long will it take me to run it?
Use the 'Your time estimate' panel at the top of this page — it predicts your finish time for this exact route from your age, sex and most recent benchmark, accounting for distance, ascent and surface.
Is it hilly?
Mildly. It rates 2 out of 5 on our hill scale — rolling but easy on the legs. About 13 metres of climb per kilometre, 62 metres in total.
What's the surface like?
It's roughly half paved (55%) and half trail. Light trail shoes are the safest pick, especially after rain.
Is it suitable for a 5k?
Yes. At 4.9 km it's close to a 5k, so it works well as a 5k training run or time trial.

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