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Pontsticill Reservoir – Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Pontsticill

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Pontsticill Reservoir – Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Pontsticill

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Pontsticill Reservoir – Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Pontsticill

02:01

17.8km

330m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 21, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Waypoints

Start point

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240 m

Pontsticill Reservoir Dam and Tower

Highlight • Structure

This reservoir is located in the breathtaking Brecon Beacons of Wales. It is part of a series of reservoirs within the Taff Fechan Valley and was constructed between 1923 and …

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354 m

Pontsticill Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Pontsticill Reservoir is a great location for its scenic beauty and because it is the start of many hiking and biking trails. There is a nice trail that actually goes …

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3.72 km

View of Pontsticill Reservoir from the East Side

Highlight • Forest

be careful on the marsh lands, we walked through the bouncy forest to avoid!

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3.97 km

Pontsticill Reservoir

Lake

11.2 km

Taf Fechan Forest gravel track

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

A fantastic climb on a very good surface... I can imagine the descent being epic!

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11.9 km

Taf Fechan Forest

Highlight • Forest

gradual Hill climb leading onto a 7% gradient. I have also taken photos of the local map.

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11.9 km

Taf Fechan Forest Car Park and Picnic Area

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a beautiful riverside parking area with good access to a range of walks and a popular camping spot, though this is not encouraged. It is also a great …

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13.1 km

Taf Fechan Forest

Forest

14.7 km

Pontsticill Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Built in 1927, the Pontsticill Reservoir is a large reservoir in the Brecon Beacons National Park that can hold 3400 million gallons (14,460 million liters) of water. The beautiful reservoir …

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15.7 km

West Shore Road, Pontsticill Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

If you're not equipped for the gravel track on the East shore of Pontsticill Reservoir, the road on the West shore offers a fun tarmac alternative. A nice long straight …

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17.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.94 km

5.94 km

2.82 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.72 km

5.91 km

3.11 km

871 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (310 m)

Weather

Sunday 14 June

21°C

11°C

12 %

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Pontsticill Reservoir – Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Pontsticill

Pontsticill Reservoir Dam and Tower

Pontsticill Reservoir

View of Pontsticill Reservoir from the East Side

Taf Fechan Forest gravel track

Taf Fechan Forest

Taf Fechan Forest Car Park and Picnic Area

Pontsticill Reservoir

West Shore Road, Pontsticill Reservoir

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