Hikes in Wales

The Offa’s Dyke Circular Walk is a tough walking route in Brecon Beacons National Park that will take you uphill along the border of England and Wales. While out walking the trail, you will climb uphill along the steep terrain of the dyke to traverse its length, taking in the stunning views of each country before looping around through the valley floor. This is a beautifully scenic adventure that utilizes one of the National Trails of Britain, the Offa’s Dyke Path.

The Pengenffordd to Capel-y-Fin Walk is a fantastic adventure in Brecon Beacons National Park that will lead you through the mountains and past historical sites. While out walking the trail, you will pass by the Norman Era Dinas Castle and climb uphill to Lord Hereford’s Knob, before descending into the valley on the way to Capel-y-Fin. This is a great walk for anyone interested in stunning mountain views and visiting historical sites.

The Sugar Loaf and Usk Valley Circular Walk is a fun outdoor excursion in Wales that will take you through Brecon Beacons National Park to reach the summit of Sugar Loaf Mountain. While out walking the trail, you will make your way across the undulating terrain to reach the scenic summit of the mountain, before returning to the trailhead through the woodland expanse of Deri Fach. This is a fantastic adventure that will be less crowded than other routes in the area, but will still offer amazing views overlooking Brecon Beacons National Park.

The Blorenge Circular Walk is a great outdoor excursion in the southeast corner of Brecon Beacons National Park that offers a good variety of terrain and scenic views of the Black Mountains and Usk River Valley. While out on the trail, you will pass by Keeper’s Pond and traverse the open moor on the way to the summit plateau of The Blorenge, where you will enjoy sweeping views across the Welsh countryside. This is a fantastic route for beginner and seasoned outdoor enthusiasts alike, just be sure to keep an eye out for stinging nettles along the trail!

The Henrhyd Falls Walk is a fantastic outdoor adventure in Brecon Beacons National Park that will lead you through a forested valley to view a cascading waterfall. While out walking the trail, you will visit the site of Henrhyd Falls that is perhaps best-known as the filming location for Batman’s Cave in The Dark Knight Rises, before making your way through a serene woodland valley along the banks of Nant Llech. This walking route is perfectly suited for a relaxing weekend stroll in a peaceful forest surrounded by scenic waterways.

The Llanthony Priory Circular Walk is a scenic and slightly challenging adventure in Brecon Beacons National Park that will take you up a steep hill for views overlooking the Welsh countryside. While out walking the trail, you will take in the history of the 12th Century Llanthony Priory, before climbing uphill along the England/Wales border. This is a fantastic adventure for those who enjoy beautiful views and visiting fascinating historical sites.

The Pontneddfechan and Ystradfellte Waterfalls Circular Walk is a beautifully scenic walking route in Wales that will take you through two forested river valleys to view stunning waterfalls. While out walking the trail, you will traverse the undulating woodland terrain along the banks of Nedd Fechan and Afon Mellte, taking in the views of Lady’s Fall, Sgwd Uchaf Clun Gwyn, Sgwd Isaf Clun Gwyn, and Sgwd yr Eira in the process. This is a lovely adventure if you are looking to cram as many waterfalls into your day as possible.

The Pen-y-Fan, Corn Du, and Cwm Ilwch Circular Walk is a beautifully scenic - if challenging - walking route in Brecon Beacons National Park that offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the Welsh landscape. While out walking the trail, you will make the long and steep climb up to the highest point in Southern Britain, Pen-y-Fan, before traversing Corn Du and taking in the views overlooking Cwm Ilwch. This is a stunning way to experience the Brecon Beacons.

The Blaen-y-Glyn Uchaf and Wellington Bomber Memorial Trail is a fantastic walking route in Wales that will take you through the mountainous terrain of Brecon Beacons National Park to visit the crash site of a World War II Canadian plane. While out walking the trail, you will make your way uphill along a stream to traverse the mountainous terrain, eventually looping around Bwlch y Ddwyallt and Waun-Rydd to arrive at the crash site. This is an excellent walk for those with an interest in history and scenic mountain views.

The Sugar Loaf Mountain Circular Walk is an exceptional adventure in Brecon Beacons National Park that will take you across the Welsh countryside to climb a landmark mountain in the area. While out walking the trail, you will traverse the open fields and forests north of Abergavenny in order to climb the iconic Sugar Loaf Mountain, where you will have sweeping views across the south of Wales. This is a fantastic walk that is perfectly suited for a fun weekend adventure.

The Penderyn and Sgwd yr Eira Falls Circular Walk is a beautifully scenic adventure through Brecon Beacons National Park that will take you across a variety of terrain to witness the natural beauty of Wales. While out on the trail, you will traverse the summit of Moel Penderyn and cut across the countryside, before entering into a forested river valley to view several waterfalls, including the popular Sgwd yr Eira Falls. This is an exceptional walk if you are looking to experience some of the most picturesque aspects of the Welsh countryside.

The Pontsticill Circular Walk is a fantastic walking route on the edge of Brecon Beacons National Park that will provide views of a reservoir and the surrounding Welsh countryside. While out walking the trail, you will leave the village behind to traverse the shores of Pontsticill Reservoir, exploring the woodland landscape and taking in the views across the water before making the return journey. This is a fantastic walk for anyone that enjoys spending time reconnecting with nature.

The Crickhowell Skyline Circular Walk is a lengthy adventure in Brecon Beacons National Park that will take you up into the mountains for sweeping views of the Welsh landscape. While out walking the trail, you will traverse the summits of Pen Cerrig-Calch and Pen Allt-Mawr, before descending into a valley on the return leg of the walk. This is a great route if you have a bit of spare time and are looking to get away from the crowds.

The Carmarthen Fans Walk is a beautifully scenic, albeit long and difficult, walking route in Brecon Beacons National Park that will take you uphill for stunning views over the landscape of South Wales. While out walking the trail, you will loop around Llyn y Fan Fawr, the Carmarthen Fans, and Llyn y Fan Fach, before traversing the mountains themselves for some amazing views. This is a challenging route that should only be undertaken by seasoned walkers.

The Hay Bluff and Lord Hereford’s Knob Circular Walk is a great outdoor adventure in Brecon Beacons National Park that will see you traverse two peaks to gain stunning views over the surrounding landscape. While out walking the trail, you will climb up to the summit of Hay Bluff, before traversing Gospel Pass on the way up to Lord Hereford’s Knob. this is an excellent route if you are looking to explore the eastern part of the park.