Best lakes around Tregaron are found in a market town in Ceredigion, Wales, surrounded by numerous lakes. This area is known for its natural beauty, fishing opportunities, and tranquil settings within the Cambrian Mountains. The landscape features remote upland moorland and coniferous woodlands, offering diverse natural features. Many lakes here are sources for rivers or part of water supply systems.
Last updated: May 2, 2026
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A short climb up from the road brings you to the Dam and carpark, there is no access over the Dam itself. But you do get a good view over the spillway and valley below.
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Rough and ready along the side here
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Incredible gravel section alongside the Claerwen Reservoir. Those views...
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Lovely mix of fire road to start with and then a huge climb up and over into a valley that time forgot - perfect single track - although can be a bit muddy in places. Probably best to make sure there has not been too much rain in the week before riding this route - and in the winter be prepared for quick changes of weather and plummeting temperatures.
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A superb gravel ride. We did it on a mixed weather day as part of a larger 3 day tour and it was stunning in both directions. Well worth the hill climb to get to it if you start in Elan village. A great 2 day shorter trip could be from the reservoir (where there's parking), to the nearby bothy (around 9 miles along), then back the next day.
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Great long gravel section. Gravel is quite rough, make sure you've topped up your sealant!! 😜
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Incredible gravel road along the reservoir, gets better and better as it goes along.
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For breathtaking vistas, Gravel Path Along Claerwen Reservoir offers stunning views over the largest of the Elan Valley Reservoirs. The Llyn Brianne Dam is also a notable spot for its impressive structure and surrounding landscape, considered the highest dam in the UK. Additionally, the Llyn Brianne Gravel Road provides excellent views across the Llyn Brianne Reservoir.
The Teifi Pools, including Llyn Teifi and Llyn Egnant, are historically famous for trout and salmon fishing, a tradition that continues today. Llyn Berwyn is exclusively for fly fishing, boasting a healthy population of wild brown trout. For a wider variety, Springwater Lakes near Llanwrda offer coarse fishing, fly fishing for brown and rainbow trout, and a specimen lake for carp.
Llyn Egnant, part of the Teifi Pools, is noted as a family-friendly spot, offering a quiet and beautiful setting perfect for a picnic amidst rugged mountain scenery. Springwater Lakes also cater to families with accessible facilities and diverse fishing options.
The area around Tregaron's lakes is excellent for various outdoor activities. You can enjoy gravel biking on routes like the Gravel biking around Tregaron guide, which includes the Llyn Brianne Gravel Road. There are also many easy hikes around Tregaron, and dedicated Road Cycling Routes around Tregaron.
Yes, the area is fantastic for cycling. The Llyn Brianne Gravel Road offers a wide, easy, and hardpacked surface around the reservoir. The Gravel Path Along Claerwen Reservoir provides a peaceful, traffic-free experience. You can find more options in the Gravel biking around Tregaron guide.
The lakes are set within the stunning landscapes of the Cambrian Mountains. You'll encounter remote upland moorland, coniferous woodlands (gradually being replaced by deciduous trees around Llyn Berwyn), and rugged mountain scenery, particularly around the Teifi Pools and Llyn Egnant. The area is known for its tranquil settings and natural beauty.
The Gravel Path Along Claerwen Reservoir is known for being peaceful, often without traffic, crowds, or even mobile phone reception. Llyn Egnant is also described as a very quiet spot, perfect for tranquility.
Llyn Brianne is a spectacular reservoir, notable for its 91-meter stone-built dam, which is one of the largest of its kind in Europe and considered the highest dam in the UK. The area around it offers stunning views and excellent gravel and forestry roads for cycling and exploring, as highlighted by the Llyn Brianne Dam and Llyn Brianne Gravel Road.
For fishing at the Teifi Pools, day tickets are available from the Tregaron Angling Society. Llyn Berwyn is managed by the Tregaron Angling Association. For specific details on permits and regulations, it's best to check directly with these local angling societies or visit the Visit Mid Wales website for Llyn Teifi.
Visitors particularly appreciate the stunning views, the peaceful and tranquil settings, and the excellent opportunities for outdoor activities like cycling and fishing. The impressive structures like the Llyn Brianne Dam and the quiet gravel paths like the one along Claerwen Reservoir are frequently praised.
Yes, Springwater Lakes near Llanwrda are noted for being accessible for disabled anglers, offering a range of fishing styles and an onsite tackle and bait shop.
The Teifi Pools are a group of six pools and reservoirs, including Llyn Teifi (the largest and source of the River Teifi), Llyn Egnant, and Llyn Hir. Llyn Egnant specifically was dammed in the 1950s as part of the water supply system.


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