Pontsticill Reservoir – View of Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Pontsticill

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Pontsticill Reservoir – View of Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Pontsticill

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Pontsticill Reservoir – View of Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Pontsticill

02:01

7.45km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.23 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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2.14 km

View of the Lake in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Highlight • Lake

2.98 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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3.66 km

View of Pontsticill Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Pontsticill Reservoir is one of many stunning Brecon Beacons reservoirs and can be found near to the village of Pontsticill in the county of Powys. It’s been in use since …

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4.36 km

Path to the Waterfall, Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Newly fitted gate for public access the lesser walked routes leading up to the surrounding mountainsides.

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4.38 km

Wooden Bridge in Bannau Brycheiniog Forest

Highlight • Bridge

Around a 6 mile circular peaceful easy for all accessibilities. The forest is so special gives a magical effect of walking through absolutely beautiful.

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5.90 km

Taf Fechan Forest Trail

Highlight • Trail

Absolutely beautiful place to explore So Peaceful and Very Easy And Enjoyable Walk Suited To any level of fitness. Easy accessibility for pushchairs or wheelchairs. As it's a stone gravel …

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7.45 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.84 km

3.60 km

Surfaces

3.74 km

3.69 km

< 100 m