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Rhondda Cynon Taf

Rhondda Cynon Taf

The best running trails in Rhondda Cynon Taf

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Running in Rhondda Cynon Taf is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Rhondda Cynon Taf—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 21, 2025

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1. Ystradfellte Waterfall loop from Pontneddfechan — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

17.2km

01:57

370m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. Castell Nos Reservoir to Lluest-wen Reservoir loop

21.1km

02:23

380m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Cardiff Bay – Blackweir Bridge loop from Taffs Well

34.6km

03:40

150m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Sgwd yr Eira – Pont Rhyd-y-cnau Swimming Spot loop from Pontneddfechan

13.7km

01:34

240m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Garth Hill Summit Trig Point loop from Taffs Well

8.11km

01:04

270m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Running loop from Beddau

12.5km

01:19

100m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Glyncornel Lake loop from Tonypandy

11.5km

01:12

80m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Running loop from Tonteg

9.81km

01:02

70m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Coed Caedyrys loop from Pontypridd

14.5km

01:31

100m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Castell Nos Reservoir – Lluest-Wen Reservoir loop from Cwmdare

21.6km

02:36

570m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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The best running trails in Rhondda Cynon Taf

1. Ystradfellte Waterfall loop from Pontneddfechan — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

2. Castell Nos Reservoir to Lluest-wen Reservoir loop

3. Cardiff Bay – Blackweir Bridge loop from Taffs Well

4. Sgwd yr Eira – Pont Rhyd-y-cnau Swimming Spot loop from Pontneddfechan

5. Garth Hill Summit Trig Point loop from Taffs Well

6. Running loop from Beddau

7. Glyncornel Lake loop from Tonypandy

8. Running loop from Tonteg

9. Coed Caedyrys loop from Pontypridd

10. Castell Nos Reservoir – Lluest-Wen Reservoir loop from Cwmdare

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