Glanmerin Lake – Machynlleth Clock Tower loop from Machynlleth

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Glanmerin Lake – Machynlleth Clock Tower loop from Machynlleth

Moderate

5.0

(3)

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Glanmerin Lake – Machynlleth Clock Tower loop from Machynlleth

03:02

31.0km

740m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 26.0 km for 214 m

After 30.6 km for 61 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.73 km

Machynlleth Golf Course Road

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This main road out of Machynlleth heading south into the hills takes you past the golf course on your way to Forge, and is a gorgeous strip of tarmac, albeit a bit of a climb!

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9.34 km

Mach 1 & 2 Trail

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A great track, easily suited to gravel bikes

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19.3 km

The Chute Trail

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In response to Alex, who definitely had the right feedback for the trail some two years back. However during lockdown, the whole descent has been graded out by the local …

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20.2 km

Valley Balcony Gravel Track (Mach 1 Loop)

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The most spectacular balcony road along the valley side with gorgeous views and often circle around you. There's a mix of grassy climb, wide gravel doubletrack and a few gates …

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22.7 km

Scenic Gravel Path

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nicccee bit of gravel!

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24.7 km

View of Powys Hills

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Not entirely sure as to the legalities of riding here, we visited during Grinduro Wales 2022, tough climbs and beautiful views!

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26.1 km

Glanmerin Lake

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Worth the gentle stroll up the many trails to get here, sitting lakeside with a flask and some food watching the ripples over the water as the geese fly in and out. Peaceful place.

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30.3 km

Machynlleth Clock Tower

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Machynlleth is a small town that's guaranteed to have more sheep than inhabitants. It's quite peaceful here, but the village still has a lot to offer. In the centre, beautiful …

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