Trail Running Navigation

Hit the trails and stay on course with iRunFar’s resources on navigation.

Start your learning with First Steps: Trail Orientation and Navigation as well as What Every Trail Runner Needs to Know About Time in the Wilderness: Safety.

The right gear can also help keep you on the trail. For an overview, read Trail Tools: Gear while our Best Running GPS Watches guide can help you find the right GPS watch to help you find your way.

Also, take a look at ways to find new trails with How to Find Running Trails.

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