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Garth Summit – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Nantgarw

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Rhondda Cynon Taf

Garth Summit – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Nantgarw

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4.0

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65

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Garth Summit – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Nantgarw

01:04

8.28km

270m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 8, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

1.17 km

Trails Around The Garth

Highlight • Trail

2

2.99 km

View of Garth Mountain from Route des Alpes

Highlight • Viewpoint

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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3

3.43 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.

Tip by

4

4.53 km

Sunset View from Garth Hill

Highlight • Summit

5

6.69 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.

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6

7.22 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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7

7.47 km

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 …

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8

7.61 km

Gwaelod Y Garth Inn

Highlight • Pub

Good food, super friendly and thirst quenching.

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B

8.28 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.82 km

1.58 km

1.35 km

422 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.88 km

1.69 km

1.24 km

469 m

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Tuesday 6 October

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7°C

54 %

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