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

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

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

01:41

30.9km

370m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 30.7 km for 92 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

319 m

Claerwen Dam

Highlight • Monument

Good spot to stop for refreshment but take cash!

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2

7.39 km

Old Welsh Stone Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

old bridge in Welsh style

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3

10.6 km

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!

Tip by

4

11.1 km

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.

Tip by

5

15.9 km

Pont ar Elan Waterfall and Stream

Highlight • Viewpoint

Pont ar Elan is a pretty little spot to take a rest. Picnic benches alongside the Afon Elan offer you a viewpoint to watch and listen to the stream, with …

Tip by

6

16.1 km

View of the Winding Road in the Cambrian Mountains

Highlight • Climb

This climb packs a punch but the rest of the way up is easy

Tip by

7

26.3 km

Waterfall Near Llanwrtyd Wells

Highlight • River

Little falls with clear water, created to refresh face and cool down cycling feets

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8

26.3 km

Cosy Falls

Highlight • Natural

place to chill, dive feets and refresh face as water is natural and clear

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B

30.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.7 km

4.85 km

2.99 km

341 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.2 km

12.7 km

2.84 km

157 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (350 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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Weather

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Monday 5 October

18°C

11°C

46 %

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