Trefnant is a region in Denbighshire, Wales, located within the Vale of Clwyd. The landscape is characterized by the fertile valley floor and the uplands of the Clwydian Range, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This varied terrain provides opportunities for several sports like touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, jogging, and more.
Trefnant offers a range of outdoor activities for those exploring the region. The area features more than 10 routes across various sports, including…
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Average rating
598
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5.0
(1)
1
riders
72.5km
06:33
1,590m
1,590m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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(4)
31
riders
19.5km
01:53
510m
510m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.7
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31
riders
18.6km
01:46
430m
430m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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19
riders
14.9km
01:27
360m
360m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5
riders
48.0km
03:04
440m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
48.7km
03:16
760m
760m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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59
riders
34.7km
02:08
230m
230m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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18
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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6
hikers
23.3km
06:52
670m
670m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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39
hikers
26.4km
08:42
1,220m
1,220m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

21
hikers
14.8km
04:28
490m
490m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17
hikers
9.31km
02:44
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
runners
14.3km
01:29
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
runners
9.83km
01:01
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
runners
4.55km
00:28
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
14.0km
01:27
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
riders
25.4km
01:06
230m
230m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

15
riders
37.1km
01:39
250m
250m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
66.9km
03:11
740m
740m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

8
riders
32.2km
01:44
550m
550m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Trefnant, located in the Vale of Clwyd, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include touring cycling, hiking, mountain biking, jogging, and road cycling. The region features 19 routes across these sports, with an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars.
Trefnant provides access to numerous hiking trails, ranging from easy strolls to challenging climbs. The Clwydian Range, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offers routes like the Moel Arthur – Jubilee Tower loop. More information on hiking routes is available in the Hiking around Trefnant guide.
Trefnant and the surrounding Vale of Clwyd offer routes suitable for touring cycling and road cycling. The gentler valley floor provides scenic countryside views for cyclists. Specific routes can be found in the Cycling around Trefnant and Road Cycling Routes around Trefnant guides.
Trefnant serves as a base for mountain biking in the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape. The terrain includes heather-clad summits and extensive forests, offering challenging climbs and technical singletrack. Trails like 'Ride the Clwyds' provide diverse options for mountain bikers. Consult the MTB Trails around Trefnant guide for more details.
Key natural features include the Clwydian Range, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the Vale of Clwyd. Moel Famau, the highest hill in the Clwydian Range, offers panoramic views. Dyserth Waterfall, where the River Ffyddion plunges 70 feet, is another notable natural monument.
The Vale of Clwyd provides gentler routes suitable for less strenuous activities. While specific family-friendly routes are not detailed, the area offers varied terrain to accommodate different fitness levels. An Easy hikes around Trefnant guide is available.
Trefnant is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot. More than 8,000 visitors have shared their experiences in the region. The 19 available routes have an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Trefnant, covering various sports. These include Cycling around Trefnant, Hiking around Trefnant, MTB Trails around Trefnant, and Road Cycling Routes around Trefnant. An Easy hikes around Trefnant guide is also available.
Official information for Trefnant can be found on the Trefnant Community Council website. The official website is https://trefnantcouncil.org/. For general tourism information about the wider Denbighshire region, the Denbighshire County Council or Go North Wales websites are resources.
Trefnant offers routes suitable for jogging, particularly within the gentler landscapes of the Vale of Clwyd. These routes provide scenic countryside views. A dedicated Running Trails around Trefnant guide is available.
The Clwydian Range is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that characterizes the Trefnant region. It features rolling hills, challenging ascents, and panoramic vistas. Moel Famau, the highest hill, is located within this range.

