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Rhayader

Elan Valley Trail – Caban-Coch Dam and Reservoir loop from Rhayader

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United Kingdom
Wales
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Rhayader

Elan Valley Trail – Caban-Coch Dam and Reservoir loop from Rhayader

Moderate

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runners

Elan Valley Trail – Caban-Coch Dam and Reservoir loop from Rhayader

01:24

13.4km

150m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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1

516 m

Clive Powell Bikes

Highlight • Cycleway

Well stocked local bike shop, specialising in Whyte and Giant brands, both road and mountain bikes. Had the brakes pads I needed just in time, phew!

More at clivepowellbikes.com

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2

1.94 km

Elan Valley Trail

Highlight • Trail

The Elan Valley is one of the most picturesque areas of Wales. Known as the "Welsh Lake District" the area of beautiful countryside and lakes spans over 70 square miles …

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3

4.51 km

Camping Site in the Welsh Hills

Highlight • Rest Area

Camping in beautiful scenery. Toilets, showers available.

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4

5.81 km

Claerwen Dam

Highlight • Monument

Good spot to stop for refreshment but take cash!

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5

6.16 km

Craig Goch Dam

Highlight • Structure

The Elan Valley Visitor Centre is operated by Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water and is set in a fantastic location against a spectacular backdrop of a Victorian stone dam.

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6

6.50 km

Elan Valley Trail

Highlight • River

The Elan Valley Trail follows the line of the old railway from Cwmdauddwr and finishes at Craig Goch dam. It's a permissive route open for use by walkers / runners, cyclists and horse riders. Amazing views to keep you going!

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7

6.81 km

Caban-Coch Dam and Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

The Caban-Coch Reservoir is one of four reservoirs in the Elan Valley Reservoirs, which supply the city of Birmingham in particular with drinking water. This one is the second largest …

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8

12.9 km

Rhayader Castle

Highlight • Castle

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13.4 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.20 km

4.11 km

1.02 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.79 km

4.14 km

316 m

116 m

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Monday 18 May

13°C

9°C

89 %

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