View from the Dragon's Back
View from the Dragon's Back
Highlight • Natural Monument
View from the Dragon's Back
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Embark on the Waun Fach loop via the Dragon's Back for a memorable hike through the Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons National Park. This moderate route covers 6.7 miles (10.8 km) with a significant elevation gain of 1815 feet (553 metres), typically taking around 3 hours and 41 minutes to complete. You will traverse rugged landscapes, including gravel paths, worn tracks, and grassy ridgelines, leading you to the distinctive Dragon's Back with its humps and bluffs. As you ascend towards Waun Fach, the terrain shifts to moorland, which can be boggy after rain, but rewards you with expansive 360-degree panoramic views that stretch across southern Wales and even include Pen y Fan in the distance.
To plan your visit, the trail commonly starts from the village of Pengenffordd. Many hikers utilize the car park located at the Dinas Castle Inn, which provides convenient access to the trailhead. You have the option to tackle the Dragon's Back either on your ascent or descent; some prefer to reach Waun Fach first via a track in a side valley for a gentler climb, then descend the exciting
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elevation 620 m
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