Pontsticill Reservoir is a great location for its scenic beauty and because it is the start of many hiking and biking trails. There is a nice trail that actually goes around the entire reservoir, but it does involve road walking too. When you do visit this location, beware of thefts from unattended vehicles and take valuables with you.

Dan Hobson

October 21, 2019

Hiking

Pontsticill Reservoir is a vast water store that was completed in 1927. The reservoir is situated in picturesque surroundings and there are walking trails around the water that you can explore.

Zoe Evans

April 1, 2022

Hiking

This is a great area for Hiking biking climbing ect it's a very popular place with stunning views

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1. Pontsticill Reservoir loop — Brecon Beacons National Park

11.7km

03:18

240m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Pen y Fan – Pen y Fan loop from Pontsticill

28.6km

08:20

690m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Pontsticill Reservoir – Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Dol-y-gaer

8.63km

02:20

110m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 320 m

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Location: Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Pontsticill Reservoir

1. Pontsticill Reservoir loop — Brecon Beacons National Park

2. View of Pen y Fan – Pen y Fan loop from Pontsticill

3. Pontsticill Reservoir – Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Dol-y-gaer

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