Garn Goch is a 774-foot (236 m) hill above the village of Bethlehem in the far west of the Brecon Beacons National Park. It is particularly notable for its Neolithic history, with two Iron Age forts: Y Gaer Fawr and Y Gaer Fach or the Big Fort and the Little Fort in English. These are the largest hill fort remains in South Wales.

David Howells

January 19, 2024

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A very undervalued, not often visited hill in the western Beacons. The walking here is raw, and wild. It is also a quieter part of the park, so it will appeal to many.

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1. Garn Goch Hill Forts – Garn Goch Small Fort loop from Trap

8.74km

02:34

250m

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

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2. Garn Goch Small Fort – Garn Goch Hill Forts loop from Bethlehem

6.24km

01:53

200m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Garn Goch Small Fort – Garn Goch Hill Forts loop from Bethlehem

2.42km

00:42

60m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 220 m

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Location: Llangadog, Carmarthenshire, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Garn Goch Hill Forts

1. Garn Goch Hill Forts – Garn Goch Small Fort loop from Trap

2. Garn Goch Small Fort – Garn Goch Hill Forts loop from Bethlehem

3. Garn Goch Small Fort – Garn Goch Hill Forts loop from Bethlehem

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