Mountain Brook, Alabama
Looking for the best running in Mountain Brook? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around Mountain Brook. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top Running Spots in and near Mountain Brook
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Mountain Brook, Alabama
Jemison Park Nature Trail
3.37 mi / 210 ft gainJemison Park is a 54-acre green space located in historic Mountain Brook. The main stretch of trail runs alongside Mountain Brook Parkway on one side and Shades Creek on the other, for a total of about 2 miles when connected with the Nature Trail and the Watkins Trace Trail. The park includes a f...Read more -
Birmingham, Alabama
Run at Railroad Park in Downtown Birmingham
4.31.5 mi / 20 ft gainIn many ways, Railroad Park has become a symbol for the revitalization of downtown Birmingham, and it’s helping to ignite a new excitement for the city. Opened in 2010, Railroad Park makes reference to the Steel City’s industrial past, and runs parallel to rail lines that are still used today. Th...Read more -
Birmingham, Alabama
Hike to Ruffner Mountain's Hawk's View Overlook
4.82 mi / 200 ft gainPark at the little league baseball fields that are across the road from the access point where the trail meets the road on the southeastern corner of the preserve that you can see on the map. Hike up a gentle incline NW on the Ridge and Valley Trail for about fifteen minutes to the trail intersec...Read more -
Birmingham, Alabama
Trail Run to Skyhy Tree House at Red Mountain Park
4.84.5 mi / 250 ft gainFrom the park entrance there are several ways to get to Skyhy Tree House, and the trail system allows for loops of varying distances and difficulty. There’s a large map about a quarter mile down the main trail from the park entrance, and paper trail maps are usually available at this sign. The tr...Read more -
Birmingham, Alabama
Kings Chair Loop
4.24 mi / 577 ft gainThe Kings Chair Loop trail in Birmingham, Alabama is a well-known hiking trail that offers a variety of natural features and scenic landmarks. The trail is approximately 4.24 miles long and is rated as moderate in difficulty. It is best known for its panoramic views from the King's Chair overlook...Read more -
Birmingham, Alabama
King's Chair Overlook via White and Blue Trail Loop
4.76 mi / 630 ft gainKing's Chair Overlook via White and Blue Trail Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Pelham, Alabama.Read more -
Pelham, Alabama
Lake Trail Loop
3.03.02 mi / 0 ft gainThe 2.3 mile Lake Trail runs more than two-thirds of the way around Double Oak Lake, from the South Trailhead to the marina and can easily be made into a 3 mile loop by connecting onto the paved road, Terrace Drive. In comparison to many other hiking trails throughout the park, the Lake Trail gen...Read more