Dinas Island loop from Pwllgwaelod — Pembrokshire Coast National Park

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Dinas Island loop from Pwllgwaelod — Pembrokshire Coast National Park

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Dinas Island loop from Pwllgwaelod — Pembrokshire Coast National Park

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5.13km

140m

Running

Embark on a challenging Dinas Island loop from Pwllgwaelod, a difficult jogging route that tests your fitness with its rugged coastal path and steep climbs. This 3.2-mile (5.1 km) trail features a significant 444 feet (135 metres) of elevation gain, taking around 38 minutes to complete. You will encounter varied…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.93 km

Dinas Head

Highlight • Natural Monument

Dinas Head affords breathtaking views out to sea. If you are lucky, you might even spot dolphins from the headland. Many people who visit complete a circuit of Dinas Head to fully appreciate the stunning scenery.

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4.98 km

Pwllgwaelod Beach

Highlight • Beach

Pwllgwaellod is a small hamlet to the southwest of Dinas Island. It's pretty little beach is sheltered, so doesn't see much in the way of surfers, and offers lovely views towards Fishguard. There are also plenty of rockpools to explore.

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5.13 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.83 km

1.70 km

1.08 km

229 m

192 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.00 km

1.83 km

1.02 km

192 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Saturday 17 October

12°C

5°C

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Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h

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Comments

June 18, 2023,Dinas Island loop from Pwllgwaelod — Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Lovely area of Pembs cant beleive ive never been to this beach or headland before. Lovely pub and free car park, would recommend this loop and went for a swim after 🙏

August 14, 2024,Kick starting my running career searching for keys 🔑

I've not ran since my bike accident a few months ago and then was ill so I've been wanting to kick start my running career again... nothing like forcing you to run a 5k like losing your keys and its getting dark... quite enjoyed the run except my keys weren't there and had actually fell in the grass at home …