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Rheidol Falls – Rheidol Reservoir South Side loop from Vale of Rheidol Railway

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United Kingdom
Wales
South Wales
Ceredigion
Melindwr

Rheidol Falls – Rheidol Reservoir South Side loop from Vale of Rheidol Railway

Moderate

4.8

(5)

31

hikers

Rheidol Falls – Rheidol Reservoir South Side loop from Vale of Rheidol Railway

02:40

9.34km

210m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 15, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Coed Rheidol National Nature Reserve

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

49 m

The Magic of Life Butterfly House

Highlight • Natural

Discount for cyclists!

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2

66 m

Rheidol Visitor Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

There is a nice cafe with the possibility of sitting outside (if the weather is ok!). The visitor center is actually run by the power company which operates the power …

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3

70 m

Butterfly House Ty Glyn

Highlight • Structure

The Butterfly House is home to a myriad of free-flying tropical butterflies many of which are bred on site. There are also other giant insects, caterpillars and marine exhibits as …

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5.17 km

Coed Rheidol National Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

5

6.80 km

Rheidol Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Just after crossing the green iron bridge there is a great picnic spot complete with table and benches. Perfect for enjoying the waterfall.
Right next to the Waterfall, there is …

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6

6.99 km

Rheidol Reservoir South Side

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

Great views over the valley and the reservoir from this part of the walk.

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7

9.12 km

Picnic Area by the River Dyfi

Highlight • Viewpoint

Break up your route with a visit the magic of Life Butterfly House and stop for a coffee and cake at the cafe.

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B

9.34 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.32 km

1.55 km

1.40 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.34 km

3.51 km

1.40 km

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Highest point (140 m)

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Tuesday 23 June

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