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Running spots in RAK

Get your blood pumping and your legs moving with running in RAK. From a state-of-the-art running track to unrivalled trail running routes, Ras Al Khaimah is a runner’s paradise!

Corniche Al Qawasim St

31 min (24 km) Show Details

Experience Al Qawasim Corniche: Ras Al Khaimah's Premier Waterfront Destination

Al Qawasim Corniche is a picturesque three-kilometer waterfront promenade in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE. It offers a variety of international restaurants, local cafes, water activities, and children's play areas. Visitors can enjoy walking, cycling, or jogging along the spacious pathway. The RAK Eye, a 37-meter Ferris wheel, provides panoramic views of the Grand Mosque, lush mangroves, and the city skyline. A prominent 120-meter flagpole displays the UAE flag, symbolizing national pride. The corniche is named after the Al Qawasim clan, who were influential in regional trade during the 18th century

Marjan Island Running Track
25 min (29 km) Show Details

Embrace fitness with a view at the Marjan Island Running Track in Ras Al Khaimah.

This picturesque track offers a refreshing blend of scenic beauty and exercise, ideal for a morning jog or an evening sprint. With the Arabian Gulf as your backdrop, it's more than just a run; it's an experience that energizes and inspires. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts of all levels, this track adds a touch of natural splendour to your workout routine.

Wadi Shawka Mother Hump and Pools Trail
1hr 32 min (106 km) Show Details

This trail in the Shakwa area is a 23km run with 450m elevation gain, a challenging option for the experienced technical runner!

This is a beautiful desert route that should be run with water and snacks, as it can be quite a long day out. If you’re looking for a challenge, this is a great option. Find out more about the route and download the map here - https://shorturl.at/fijnW

Wadi Galilah to Litibah Trail
1hr 6 min (67 km) Show Details

The Wadi Galilah to Litibah Trail is an enchanting journey

The Wadi Galilah to Litibah Trail is an enchanting journey through diverse landscapes, offering an immersive experience of the region's natural beauty. This 13km route is moderately tough, and it is advised that you have experience with technical trails. Runners should carry water for this route as well! Download the map here - https://shorturl.at/cjAW0