This is the high point of the circular Alwen trail around Alwen Reservoir.

Enjoy the wonderful views in nearly all directions, which really is a great reward after the long climb.

It feels remote up here, and a brilliant off-road singletrack descent is up next down to the bridge.

Paul Ashton

December 31, 2023

Mountain biking

An easy ride for all abilities

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2. View of Alwen Reservoir – Alwen Dam loop from Hafod Elwy National Nature Reserve

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3. View of Alwen Reservoir – Llyn Brenig loop from Alwen Dam

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Elevation 420 m

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Location: Pentrefoelas, Conwy, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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View of Alwen Reservoir

1. A circuit of Clocaenog Forest and the Alwen and Brenig Reservoirs

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3. View of Alwen Reservoir – Llyn Brenig loop from Alwen Dam

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