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Gwaelod Y Garth Inn – Garth Summit loop from Nantgarw

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Rhondda Cynon Taf

Gwaelod Y Garth Inn – Garth Summit loop from Nantgarw

Easy

5.0

(2)

39

hikers

Gwaelod Y Garth Inn – Garth Summit loop from Nantgarw

01:53

5.63km

260m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 14, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

639 m

Gwaelod Y Garth Inn

Highlight • Pub

Good food, super friendly and thirst quenching.

Tip by

2

786 m

Garth Hill Climb

Highlight • Climb

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 …

Tip by

3

1.03 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.

Tip by

4

1.56 km

View of Taff Vale and Nantgarw from Rocky Descent

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

Tip by

5

2.76 km

Garth Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

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B

5.63 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.98 km

832 m

481 m

282 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.06 km

672 m

478 m

416 m

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Tuesday 6 October

14°C

7°C

34 %

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