Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 6, 2024

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Parking

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9.41 km

Lluest-wen Reservoir Trail

Highlight • Forest

Lovely views along the North shore of the Lluest-wen Reservoir at the top of the Rhondda Fach Valley.

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11.6 km

View of Bryn Llechwedd-ddu Reservoir and Wind Farm

Highlight • Lake

The climb towards Bryn Llechwenddiddos and Bryn Gelli rewards you with great views of the reservoir.

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12.0 km

Lluest-wen Reservoir Dam Wall

Highlight • Structure

Lluest-wen Reservoir was constructed in 1898, but came to national attention in 1969 when a major leak caused an evacuation of residents down-valley while emergency repair work was carried out. …

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21.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.2 km

6.21 km

1.80 km

796 m

101 m

Surfaces

6.60 km

6.19 km

6.05 km

2.17 km

102 m

Elevation

Highest point (470 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

Weather

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Friday 5 December

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View of Bryn Llechwedd-ddu Reservoir and Wind Farm

Lluest-wen Reservoir Dam Wall

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