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Talybont Reservoir – Talybont Reservoir loop from wild camp

Talybont Reservoir – Talybont Reservoir loop from wild camp

Hard

5.0

(2)

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Talybont Reservoir – Talybont Reservoir loop from wild camp

01:32

20.6km

540m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. 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: March 27, 2026

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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Parking

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639 m

Blaen-y-Glyn Climb

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Blaen-y-glyn climb gives beautiful views of the Brecon Beacons on a clear day! Big descent on the other side! If you're not in a rush, pull over into the car …

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6.31 km

View of the Reservoir in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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A nice steady fire road that goes up the side of the reservoir without being overly difficult. some great spots to view across the falls and find the history in the valley.

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7.11 km

Talybont Reservoir

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Wonderful views to be found along here.

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7.71 km

Talybont Reservoir

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Talybont Reservoir is a pretty epic lake nestled amongst the Beacons. The cycling trail around the east side of the lake is pretty bumpy, so if you’re on a road …

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7.86 km

View of the Talybont-on-Usk Reservoir

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9.71 km

The largest reservoir in the Brecons, Talybont reservoir was completed in 1939. It supplies water to Newport, further south.

Seventeen dwellings (including farms) were co-opted during its construction.

Despite its …

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19.5 km

View of the Peaks in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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20.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.5 km

5.37 km

661 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.5 km

5.37 km

593 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

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Talybont Reservoir – Talybont Reservoir loop from wild camp

Blaen-y-Glyn Climb

View of the Reservoir in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Talybont Reservoir

Talybont Reservoir

View of the Talybont-on-Usk Reservoir

Talybont Reservoir

View of the Peaks in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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