Expert 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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362 m

Elan Valley Trail

The Elan Valley Trail follows the line of the old railway from Cwmdauddwr and finishes at Craig Goch dam. It's a permissive route open for use by walkers / runners, cyclists and horse riders. Amazing views to keep you going!

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6.71 km

Pen-y-Garreg Dam

The Pen-y-Garreg is the third dam through the Elan Valley, also known as the 'Middle Dam'.

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14.9 km

Caban Coch Dam

The lowest of the 4 dams in the valley of the Elan River is Caban Coch Dam.

It resembles a natural waterfall when the reservoir is full with water pouring over the dam wall.

Beautiful!

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15.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.94 km

3.26 km

2.25 km

500 m

Surfaces

5.50 km

5.42 km

4.66 km

369 m

Elevation

Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (220 m)

Weather

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Tuesday 7 October

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Garreg Ddu to Craig Goch running loop — Elan Valley Trail

Elan Valley Trail

Pen-y-Garreg Dam

Caban Coch Dam

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