The Top 20 Lakes in Powys
Looking to visit the best lakes in Powys? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Powys’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 6, 2025
Poised and elegant, Fan Brycheiniog is the climax of a striking escarpment edge in the Black Mountain range of the western Brecon Beacons. From sculpted valleys to pretty tarns, the …
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Rising in isolation above the serene Talybont Reservoir, Tor y Foel's 1,808-foot (551 m) summit is a grand objective. Often ascended from Llangynidr to the east or Talybont to the …
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The memorial is a 'bit' misleading by way of location, as it was moved by the National Trust some years ago. It used to be a good few hundred metres …
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Llyn y Fan Fawr is a natural lake at the foot of Fan Brycheiniog. There's a lovely route that incorporates both Llyn y Fan Fawr and Llyn y Fan Fach, …
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The Caban-Coch Reservoir is one of four reservoirs in the Elan Valley Reservoirs, which supply the city of Birmingham in particular with drinking water. This one is the second largest …
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The Claerwen Reservoir is the largest and the newest of the four Elan Valley Reservoirs. Once you reach the top, another "wow“ experience awaits you!
The view over the huge …
The view over the huge …
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Nestled on the banks of the River Tawe, this 40-acre (16 ha) Victorian country park is managed by the Brecon Beacons National Park authority and contains the Grade II-listed Craig-y-Nos …
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This gravelly climb is a great alternative to the road if you’re riding larger wheels. The trail itself is fine for road bikes with larger wheels or gravel bikes (I …
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Neuadd Valley, Brecon Beacons Horseshoe Ridge.
A challenging upland mountain walk that takes you into the heart of the Brecon Beacons. This includes some steep climbs and a flat ridge. …
A challenging upland mountain walk that takes you into the heart of the Brecon Beacons. This includes some steep climbs and a flat ridge. …
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Very popular local spot. The lake is a great spot for a rest break or a picnic. A beautiful location and a good overnight wild camping spot.
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