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Nant Glydach Reservoir and Dam – Waterfall loop from Cilfynydd

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Nant Glydach Reservoir and Dam – Waterfall loop from Cilfynydd

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Nant Glydach Reservoir and Dam – Waterfall loop from Cilfynydd

02:20

29.9km

420m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 24, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 10.7 km for 255 m

After 20.6 km for 67 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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16.8 km

Moss-Covered Forest Trail

Highlight • Forest

Moss covered trees, a hidden track and a real sense of being lost... MTB or Dropbar Venture bike, either way expect a few short hikes around trail wide puddles, and don't forget your sense of adventure

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20.0 km

Nant Glydach Reservoir and Dam

Highlight • Lake

Go there on a clear blue sky day...the views across the reservoir are fantastic, autumn colours further enhance the beauty. The late Victorian build of the dam and surrounding culverts …

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20.6 km

Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

A few steps off the main path, leads to a downward, wooden stepped, clamber (with care as steps are often slippery) to a beautiful hidden gem ...

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29.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.4 km

8.14 km

5.84 km

2.74 km

1.19 km

615 m

Surfaces

15.4 km

8.90 km

4.33 km

1.13 km

Elevation

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Friday 26 June

24°C

15°C

47 %

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Max wind speed: 24.0 km/h

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Nant Glydach Reservoir and Dam – Waterfall loop from Cilfynydd

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