The Top 14 Lakes around Rhayader
Looking to visit the best lakes around Rhayader? 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 Rhayader’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 3, 2025
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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The Elan Valley is one of the most picturesque areas of Wales. Known as the "Welsh Lake District" the area of beautiful countryside and lakes spans over 70 square miles …
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Here it is simply fantastically beautiful!
The trails are sometimes really demanding, sometimes slippery and sometimes so exposed that you have to push your bike a few meters.
Pure adventure, …
The trails are sometimes really demanding, sometimes slippery and sometimes so exposed that you have to push your bike a few meters.
Pure adventure, …
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Stunning lakeside reflection views. A great start to an Elan Valley ride.
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