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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: December 5, 2025

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

17.2km

01:57

370m

Hard 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

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

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3. Llandaff Weir – Blackweir Bridge loop from Taffs Well

18.8km

02:01

90m

Hard 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

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

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5. Sgwd yr Eira loop from Pontneddfechan

13.0km

01:30

250m

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

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6. Garth Hill Summit Trig Point loop from Taffs Well

8.11km

01:04

270m

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

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7. Running loop from Beddau

12.2km

01:16

100m

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

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8. Fforest Fawr loop from Taffs Well

10.0km

01:07

180m

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

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9. Glyncornel Lake loop from Tonypandy

11.5km

01:12

80m

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

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10. Running loop from Llantrisant

5.10km

00:34

80m

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

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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. Llandaff Weir – Blackweir Bridge loop from Taffs Well

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

5. Sgwd yr Eira loop from Pontneddfechan

6. Garth Hill Summit Trig Point loop from Taffs Well

7. Running loop from Beddau

8. Fforest Fawr loop from Taffs Well

9. Glyncornel Lake loop from Tonypandy

10. Running loop from Llantrisant

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