Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm, a community located in the Rhondda Cynon Taf valleys of Wales, presents a varied landscape for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by rolling hills, dense woodlands, river valleys, and reclaimed industrial areas, offering a blend of natural features and historical interest. This terrain supports several sports like road cycling, mountain biking, touring cycling, gravel biking, hiking, and jogging.
Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm offers more than 20 routes for outdoor enthusiasts…
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Average rating
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4.5
(4)
191
riders
19.1km
01:39
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.3
(3)
21
riders
27.4km
02:26
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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(3)
16
riders
41.0km
03:28
650m
650m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
(2)
14
riders
32.1km
02:42
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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42
riders
53.5km
02:33
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

29
riders
68.4km
03:16
700m
700m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3.0
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23
riders
93.7km
04:17
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

25
riders
31.1km
01:39
460m
460m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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32
hikers
6.53km
01:48
120m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10
hikers
6.68km
01:45
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
hikers
3.76km
01:02
60m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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42
riders
52.4km
03:18
850m
850m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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13
riders
33.7km
02:31
600m
600m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
43.1km
02:47
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
47.4km
03:34
970m
970m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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15
riders
29.9km
02:20
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
riders
44.9km
03:46
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
riders
17.1km
01:10
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
21.5km
01:25
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
runners
9.35km
01:06
210m
210m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4
runners
8.53km
00:54
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
17.4km
01:53
270m
270m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
11.2km
01:15
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.
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Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm offers a range of outdoor activities including Road cycling, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, Gravel biking, Hiking, and Jogging. The region provides 29 routes across these sports, catering to various interests and skill levels.
There are 29 routes available in Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm. These routes have received an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 stars from more than 1,800 ratings by visitors.
Yes, road cyclists can find routes with varied elevation gains on well-paved surfaces. Examples include loops around Cwm Cadlan Nature Reserve and Llwyn-on Reservoir Dam. More information is available in the Road Cycling Routes around Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm guide.
Mountain biking trails in Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm wind through forested areas and past reservoirs, offering varied terrain. Popular trails include the Aberfan Memorial Cairn – Barry Sidings Trail loop. Consult the MTB Trails around Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm guide for details.
Touring routes in the region weave through reclaimed industrial valleys and extensive woodlands, featuring rolling hills and riverside paths. Many trails utilize former railway lines and forest roads. The Cycling around Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm guide offers further information.
The region's extensive forest roads and varied terrain, including mixed forest and single track trails, are suitable for gravel biking. While specific routes are not detailed, the area's landscape suggests good potential for this activity. A dedicated Gravel biking around Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm guide is available.
Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm offers a variety of hiking trails through woodlands and to natural features like waterfalls. Guides such as Hiking around Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm and Waterfall hikes around Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm provide detailed information.
Yes, the region offers options suitable for families, particularly for hiking. The Family-friendly hikes around Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm guide highlights routes appropriate for all ages.
The area is characterized by valleys, extensive woodlands, and numerous reservoirs. St Gwynno Forest, one of Wales' largest forests, serves as a southern gateway to the region. Natural monuments and waterfalls also add to the scenic appeal of the routes.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including those for Road Cycling, MTB Trails, Touring Cycling, Gravel Biking, and various Hiking and Running Trails.
For less strenuous options, the region provides easy hiking routes suitable for a relaxed experience. The Easy hikes around Ynysybwl And Coed-Y-Cwm guide details these accessible trails.
The official website for the Ynysybwl & Coedycwm Community Council, representing the community, is ynysybwlcoedycwmcc.org. This site provides local information and contact details.

