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Garth Summit – Carved Tree Face loop from Creigiau

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Garth Summit – Carved Tree Face loop from Creigiau

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Garth Summit – Carved Tree Face loop from Creigiau

01:05

12.2km

320m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 134 m for 53 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

4.37 km

View of Garth Mountain from Route des Alpes

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The road to the South of Garth Mountain is named the "Route Des Alpes" on Google maps. I'm thinking it isn't genuine, but I like it!

The views from the …

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2

4.81 km

Garth Summit

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Stunning little hill with commanding views just outside Cardiff with a trig pointed summit. It is a UK listed Marilyn.

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3

6.04 km

View of Taff Vale and Nantgarw from Rocky Descent

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Rocky, narrow, but very scenic, descent into the woods with some glorious views across the Taff Vale toward Nantgarw.

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4

6.56 km

Carved Tree Face

Highlight • Natural

This tree carving is masterful and the size of an adult. Its remote location imbues an aura of mysticism.

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5

6.81 km

Garth Hill Climb

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Its a steep uphill from Taffs Well direction. For an easier ascent aproach from Pentyrch direction. Be sure to take time though to visit "The Garth Pimple" (road cyclist will …

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B

12.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.63 km

3.87 km

600 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.20 km

3.93 km

2.00 km

< 100 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Sunday 11 October

18°C

13°C

43 %

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