The Top 6 Lakes around Ynyshir
Looking to visit the best lakes around Ynyshir? 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 Ynyshir’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 3, 2025
Dare Valley Country Park has a visitor centre and cafe, check opening times before relying on facilities.
The paths can be wet and boggy at times, and if you're following …
The paths can be wet and boggy at times, and if you're following …
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Cwm Clydach Countryside Park is an oasis of calm for wildlife with stunning views that has been created from the blackened scar of a coal mine.
Walking alongside the lakes …
Walking alongside the lakes …
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Taff Bargoed country park is made from what used to be 3 coal mines: Deep Navigation (1879-1991), Taff Merthyr (1926-1993), and Trelewis (1954-1993).
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Go there on a clear blue sky day...the views across the reservoir are fantastic, autumn colours further enhance the beauty. The late Victorian build of the dam and surrounding culverts …
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If approaching from NW very Rocky decent from Forest road to reservoir
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