The Elan Valley Trail
By Dave Roberts
on May 18, 2016 No ratings yet.
Posted as a walk in – Cambrian Mountains and Mid Wales, Europe, Wales
The Elan Valley Trail
Route Essentials
Route Summary
A wild walk in Mid Wales’ Elenydd. Distance is one way.
See the end of the article for local information about parking, public transport facilities, pubs and cafes.
Distance
13.84 kmAscent
338 mTime
3 hoursCalculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.
Start Location
Rhayader
Difficulty
Easy Moderate Walk, Mountain Biking
Hazards
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Remember that we cannot outline every single hazard on a walk – it’s up to you to be safe and competent. Read up on Mountain Safety , Navigation and what equipment you’ll need.
The Elan Valley Trail Ordnance Survey Map and GPX File Download
The Elan Valley Trail
Walk into the heart of the Elenydd along three reservoirs and ending at the fourth. If you love waterside walks, then this will appeal. Makes a good approach into the Elenydd from Rhayader if you’re going wild camping as well.
This is wild terrain, but the route is easy enough and stays low on forestry tracks or tarmacked roads.
Most of the route can also be completed by bike.
The Route
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Local Information and Recommended Maps and Guidebooks
Route Summary:
A wild walk in Mid Wales’ Elenydd. Distance is one way.
Route Start Location: Rhayader
Distance |
Ascent |
Time |
13.84 km | 338 m | 3 hours |
Calculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.
Activivity Type: Easy Moderate Walk, Mountain Biking
Summits and Places on this Route
Facilities
Check out the businesses nearby for more places to stay and drink.
Hazards
Remember that we cannot outline every single hazard on a walk – it’s up to you to be safe and competent. Read up on Mountain Safety , Navigation and what equipment you’ll need.
Parking :
Public Transport:
Weather Forecast:
Check out our Best Mountain Weather Forecast?
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