Running is a sport you can enjoy anywhere, but when the place is Incheon, even a brisk run turns into a fun trek.
With mountains, the sea, lakes, and skyscrapers, the entire city becomes a special stage for runners.
As the Incheon Marathon 2025 approaches on November 23, enthusiasm for running is heating up.
Here are four of Incheon’s top running spots that anyone, from novice to seasoned runners, can enjoy.
Run Your Daily Route: Seogot Neighborhood Park (Difficulty: ★☆☆☆)
With aging sections recently renovated for greater comfort, Seogot Neighborhood Park serves as a favorite resting spot for locals.
Situated along the hillside, it offers both an upper walking trail lined with wildflowers and a lower sports field with a circular track.
Each lap around the track is about 250 meters long.
Short in distance, it’s perfect for casual runners to practice controlling their pace.
Running three to four laps covers roughly one kilometer, allowing you to easily check your progress in workout intensity and endurance.
It connects to Incheon Dullegil Course 2 and Seoro Ieumgil Course 4, so you can freely adjust the difficulty.
Starting at Seogot Neighborhood Park and finishing along the Dullegil, this route is good for any workout from easy warm-ups to strenuous training.
Despite its ease of use, the track remains one of Incheon’s best-kept running spots.
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- Recommended for: Novice to intermediate runners for using the track / Intermediate to advanced runners for using the Dullegil
- Course length: 1 km circular course
- Estimated time: About 30 minutes
- Address151 Simgok-ro, Seo-gu, Incheon
- Inquiries+82-32-560-2937
- Opening HoursOpen 365 days a year
Run Along the Coast: Songdo’s Landmark City No. 1 Waterfront Park
(Difficulty: ★★☆☆)
Landmark City No. 1 Waterfront Park in Songdo International City offers panoramic ocean views and beautiful sunsets.
Stretching about one kilometer along the coast, it’s also known as “Long Beach Park.” A walking trail runs parallel to the shoreline, making it a favorite spot for runners.
As you run along the long, straight path, the sound of breaking waves follows you as if you are running alongside the sea.
The refreshing ocean breeze lightens your steps, and the crimson sky after sunset makes the fatigue of the day fade away.
After your run, take a break on a bench facing the sea or cool down with a leisurely walk along the lit coastal path to take in the lingering calm.
With convenience stores and cafes along the way, it’s the perfect place to catch your breath.
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- Recommended for: Novice to intermediate runners
- Course length: Around 2 km round trip
- Estimated time: About 30 minutes
- Address194 Landmark-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon
- Inquiries+82-32-456-2860
- Opening HoursOpen 365 days a year
Run Around the Lake: Cheongna Lake Park (Difficulty: ★★★☆)
Cheongna Lake Park is a large waterside park featuring four themed zones, a musical fountain, and a water sports experiential center.
After serving as a filming location for popular dramas like Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (Goblin) and The Glory, it has become a favorite destination for local residents and visitors alike.
At the center of the park lies a 4.5-kilometer circular course that wraps around the lake.
Its long distance offers an excellent workout even with a single lap, and the changing scenery keeps you from getting bored.
The swaying reeds, glistening water, and rows of green trees along the track add rhythm to every stride.
The entire course is gently sloped and cushioned, making it easy for you to run without strenuous effort.
Separate lanes for bicycles and runners also ensure a comfortable and safe experience.
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- Recommended for: Novice to intermediate runners
- Course length: 4.5 km per lap
- Estimated time: About 1 hour
Run Through Urban Forest Trails: Cheongnyangsan Mountain (Difficulty: ★★★★)
Located in the heart of Yeonsu-gu, Cheongnyangsan Mountain offers excellent accessibility and is recognized as a prime spot for *trail running, thanks to its well-balanced mix of dirt and boardwalk paths.
With an elevation of only 172 meters, even beginners can take on the challenge without much strain.
* Trail running: running on unpaved paths such as mountains, fields, or grasslands.
Among the trails on Cheongnyangsan Mountain, the Dongchun-dong course is recommended for intermediate to advanced runners.
With its alternating uphill and downhill sections and a route passing through the mountainside outdoor gym, it’s ideal for doing strength or interval training.
The starting point is the hill beside the Dongchun Da Nuri Sports Center.
On the way to the summit, runners face two sets of what locals call “the Devil’s Staircase.” From the second staircase onward, the view gradually begins to unfold.
At the top of the final staircase, a narrow path leads toward the peak. From here, take in the thrilling sense of height and the sweeping cityscape of Songdo, Cheongna, and beyond.
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- Recommended for: Intermediate to advanced runners
* For novices, the Dullegil Course starting from the Bongjaesan Mountain Trail Entrance is recommended, as it follows a gentle loess path around the mountain.
- Course length: 4.5 km per lap
- Estimated time: About 1 hour
- AddressCheonghak-dong, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon / 126 Donggokjae-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon (Dongchun Da Nuri Sports Center)
- Inquiries+82-32-749-8713
- Opening HoursOpen 365 days a year
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