The Best Trails in Wales (United Kingdom)

Snowdon Pyg/Miners

Alpine Climbing

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John Rohl

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Distance

9.21mi

Elevation +

2749f

TrailRank

43

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Up the Pyg track and down the Miners Car parking is available at Pen-y-pass but this can fill up quickly, often by 9am, especially at weekends. Additional parking is available at Nant Peris but you would need to take ...

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Sunbank B and B - Castel Dinas Bran - Llangollen - Canal

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TugBoat

Distance

8.22mi

Elevation +

984f

TrailRank

43

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This walk starts at Sunbank B&B, up along the edge of the massive ridge and then to the top of Castel Dinas Bran. From here the walk goes down into Llangollen, where you look around the town. Then back to the Llangollen ...

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140702 Tryfan, Glyder Fach, Glyder Fawr and Devils Kitchen

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MT471

Distance

6.49mi

Elevation +

3179f

TrailRank

43

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Not for the faint hearted. Quite a difficult route up the North ridge of Tryfan with some tough scrambling and a bit of climbing. An additional problem is that the routes aren't marked and the OS maps can lead to some co...

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Betws-y-Coed - Lynn Elsi viewpoint - Ty Hyll

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JeJeWe

Distance

8.31mi

Elevation +

1099f

TrailRank

43

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Scenic and diverse circular route. After sandwich-shopping at Londis it’s up-hill behind the church on an easy (but steep), paved trail. Take your time and use the benches - once at the top, the rest of the route is a ‘w...

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Strata

Off Road

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CALLUM WALLIS OTTER

Distance

8.38mi

Elevation +

666f

TrailRank

43

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Deep river crossing Lots of cross axle sections very twisty Some good camping areas along the way Snorkels well needed!!!!! Td5 discos take care especially having your ecu’s in the engine bay! No phone reception......

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Llyn y Fan Fach and Fawr, Black mtn, Brecon Beacons.

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David Howells

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Distance

10.32mi

Elevation +

2129f

TrailRank

42

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18.1.2020 - Waun Lefrith 677m, Picws Du 749m and Fan Brycheiniog Twr Y Fan Foel 802m. This is a favourite hike of mine and it is one of the best walks in the Brecon Beacons. It takes in two lakes (Llyn Y Fan Fawr and ...

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Cadair Idris - 9km pony path route

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hickmagp

Distance

5.76mi

Elevation +

2448f

TrailRank

42

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The Pony path is a steady well trodden path to the summit of Cadair idris. Return by the same route. It starts near the car park (£6/day parking) to the north of the mountain. It follows a clear trail of stone steps and ...

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harlech loop

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Janeyk

Distance

12.48mi

Elevation +

1322f

TrailRank

42

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I did clockwise from Harlech. In the middle section there were some quite long steep bits. A fabulous varied walk in the main BUT the last few miles of footpath coming down through the woods were extremely difficult. Thr...

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Dolwyddelan - Capel Curig

Off Road

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Dan The Tourist Dave

Distance

4.66mi

Elevation +

633f

TrailRank

42

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Betws-y-coed, a easy lane to begin with but as soon as you go through the first gate you'll soon know you're on a green lane. Not for the faint of heart. Boulder ally will release your fillings and batter your truck. Dif...

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Llyn Península Coastal Path 1: Uwchmynydd Circuit

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440

Distance

5.65mi

Elevation +

971f

TrailRank

42

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Our walk was based in the Uwchmynydd Circuit track published at http://www.happyhiker.co.uk Desciption in original source is as follows: I have called this the Uwchmynydd Circuit for want of a better name and because...

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Glyderau

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Gijs Henstra

Distance

6.54mi

Elevation +

3215f

TrailRank

42

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A one-day hike starting from one of the parking lots along Lake Ogwen, encompassing the summits of Tryfan, Glyder Fach and Glyder Fawr. Trails are poorly indicated and it takes some scrambling here and there, but on a br...

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Strata Florida

Off Road

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landychap

Distance

7.90mi

Elevation +

627f

TrailRank

42

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By far the most popular track in Wales. Strata Florida is great as it has it all, mud, woods, river crossing and stunning views. It's tricky in places so make sure your vehicle is well equipped! Definitely one of my f...

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The Wayfarer

Off Road

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Tents + Tread

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Distance

6.46mi

Elevation +

1368f

TrailRank

42| 4.8

Very popular Wayfarer lane. Beautiful scenery and stunning lane to run on the way in or out of Snowdonia.

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Abergavenny - Sugar Loaf

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Rosario88

Distance

9.14mi

Elevation +

1791f

TrailRank

42| 5.0

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The path is long but not difficult. Insignificant slope except the climb to Sugar Loaf that is hard if you are not physically trained

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Neath - Clyne - Neath (Failed Escape From Roman Road)

Off Road

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drjpgregory

Distance

37.25mi

Elevation +

4386f

TrailRank

42

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Moderate to difficult trail on old Roman road. Only for 4x4 with proper tyres and clearance. Plenty of lose stone, rock crawl incline, scratchy sections, mud ruts, and water hazards. Nice views and flora. Couldn’t escape...

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North wales 9hr loop

Off Road

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CALLUM WALLIS OTTER

Distance

97.28mi

Elevation +

8189f

TrailRank

41

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Betwsycoed to Llangollen Lots of green lanes Great day out But can be split up in 2 days - water crossings -variety of camping spots on route - lots of green lanes .•boulder lane •wayfarer Etc

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Angle point circular walk and west Angle bay.

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Konstantinos Koukouris

Distance

11.20mi

Elevation +

955f

TrailRank

41

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Angle point and West Angle point, Pembrokeshire. Distance 11 miles, 18 klm. Height gain 291 m. Approximate time 7 hours including two breaks. Start: From Freshwater brach. On the Atlantic side of the walk the impress...

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Merthyr Common and Cefn Yr Ystrad (Nuttall and County HP) Wales

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David Howells

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Distance

7.90mi

Elevation +

1175f

TrailRank

41

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Merthyr Common and Pen March (County high points) This was a jaunt to get the county high points of Merthyr Tydfil and Caerphilly. Quite simply we parked at the dam head of Pontsticill reservoir (2 cars max) and walked ...

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TANIGRISIAU- Llyn Cwmorthin

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Putx-Lizar

Distance

3.61mi

Elevation +

633f

TrailRank

41

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Paseo por una de tantas zonas mineras de pizarra del norte de Gales con ruinas y poblados abandonados. Bordeamos el lago Cwmorthin y subimos hasta la boca de la mina junto al poblado. A walk through one of the many slat...

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Cwm Berwyn Walk

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Jake Guy

Distance

10.27mi

Elevation +

912f

TrailRank

41

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Forest walk with some interesting views along the way. The rugged forestry track becomes somewhat tough on the feet after a few miles, good walking boots or shoes with a sturdy sole recommended, a short section of tarmac...

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Betws - y- coed - Swallow falls

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MissM

Distance

5.97mi

Elevation +

1040f

TrailRank

41

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This is very pleasent easy trial along the river. When you leave a main trial close to Miners Bridge, the path you follow become narrow and bit rough until you join yellow trial. You can admire Swallow falls from the vie...

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Brecon Waterfalls Walk 18-4-14

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Wulfrunian

Distance

11.88mi

Elevation +

1637f

TrailRank

41| 3.67

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An absolutely stunning walk around the Brecon Beacons National Park's 'Waterfalls Country'. Gorgeous scenery and amazing waterfalls, two of which (the first encountered - Sgwd Gwladus, and last, Sgwd yr Eira) it is possi...

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GLYDERS

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psteven174

Distance

9.68mi

Elevation +

2828f

TrailRank

41| 3.67

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What can I say, very rocky terrain. Check out the cantilever. At the beginning of the walk I walked back to the car to check on the windows. you usually have to pay at the car park but there was building work on. Can par...

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Renewable Wales Circular Walk.

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Dombie

Distance

13.38mi

Elevation +

1358f

TrailRank

41

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A lovely walk starting and finishing at Llanhilleth train station for convenience. A walk from Llanhilleth through Crumlin past Newbridge, up to Oakdale, round the the pen y fan pond park, and wind turbines, past two so...

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Pembrokeshire Coastal Path - NEWPORT to FISHGUARD

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Wulfrunian

Distance

12.24mi

Elevation +

1719f

TrailRank

41| 4.0

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Straightforward walking along a scenic part of the Pembrokeshire coastline. Ideal for a day walk for anyone staying in Fishguard or Newport, as a regular bus service is available to link up each end of the route. Lots of...

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