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Craig Goch Dam – Elan Valley Reservoirs loop from Craig Goch Dam

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Craig Goch Dam – Elan Valley Reservoirs loop from Craig Goch Dam

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Craig Goch Dam – Elan Valley Reservoirs loop from Craig Goch Dam

00:39

5.99km

90m

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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121 m

Craig Goch Dam

Highlight • Monument

Top dam of a series creating a chain of reservoirs. The day we rode past the top reservoir was a puddle due to the lack of rain and the heat.

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661 m

Elan Valley Reservoirs

Highlight • Lake

A hidden gem is the heart of Wales. The area is perfect for exploring by bike. There are so many routes to choose from ranging from family rides, road bike and mtb!

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3.50 km

Pen-y-Garreg Dam

Highlight • Viewpoint

Elan Valley - Pen-y-Garreg Dam
The Pen-y-Garreg is the third Dam up through the Elan Valley, also to be known as the 'Middle Dam'.
Pen-y-Garreg Dam is unusual in that …

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4.41 km

Narrow Gorge Pathway Near Lake in Mid Wales

Highlight • Lake

But there's an easy and safe alternative around the rockfall, if you're steady on your feet it's a simple diversion.

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5

4.46 km

The Devil's Gulch

Highlight • Trail

This old railway cutting is now open again (was closed due to landslide danger).

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5.01 km

Elan Valley Trail

Highlight • Trail

Open as of 17th March 2023!!!

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5.99 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.15 km

2.78 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.00 km

2.40 km

424 m

155 m

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (270 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

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11°C

20 %

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