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The Top 13 Gorges in Powys

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 13

to choose from in Powys. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure in Powys.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

Sgwd Uchaf Clun-Gwyn Waterfall

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The first waterfall most hikers encounter when exploring 'Waterfall Country' in the Brecon Beacons is Sgwd Uchaf Clun-Gwyn, meaning ‘upper fall of the white meadow’. Comprising two sets of falls, …

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Henrhyd Falls

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Henrhyd Falls is the highest waterfall in South Wales and is a breathtaking sight to behold. The stunning waterfall plunges 90 feet (27 m) into a wooded gorge. It is …

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Blaen Taf Fawr Valley

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The Blaen Taf Fawr and Afon Tarell segments start at the Storey Arms parking area. Head through the gate towards Corn Du, to the Taf Fawr bridge. Ignore the path …

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Pistyll Rhaeadr

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Falling 240 feet (73 m), this is often cited as Britain's highest single drop waterfall. It's spectacular and still feels wild in the wooded gorge despite the base of the …

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Wolf's Leap, River Irfon

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Accessible by a small path cut into the rock, Wolf's Leap is a deep pool along the River Irfon.

Running through the Abergwesyn Valley, typically more broad and shallow, at …

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Abergwesyn Valley

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One of the most beautiful stretches of road in Wales or maybe the world, this valley from Abergwesyn to the well-known and much feared Devil's Staircase is an incredible place …

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Trefil Quarry Cliffs

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My favourite way into the Brecon Beacons, this gravel road from Brynmawr takes you pass these staggering cliffs of rock before descending down to Pontsticill Reservoir and riding the Gap.

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Water-Break-Its-Neck Waterfall

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The fine rainbow mist surrounding the unusually named Water-break-its-neck waterfall creates a humid micro-climate in this lush green gorge.

There's a high and low path so you can enjoy both viewpoints.

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Dylife Gorge Viewpoint

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The Dylife Gorge is a stunning valley in Mid Wales with the River Twymyn carving through its hills. It was formed during the last Ice Age. The viewpoint offers an amazing view over the gorge.

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Fun section albeit very short. Ride it don't push it.

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