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West Midlands Region

Craig Goch Dam – Elan Valley Reservoirs loop from Kington

Road cycling routes

West Midlands Region

Craig Goch Dam – Elan Valley Reservoirs loop from Kington

Hard

6

riders

Craig Goch Dam – Elan Valley Reservoirs loop from Kington

06:13

121km

1,630m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Tips

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Elenydd SSSI

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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41.9 km

Rhayader Town Clock

Highlight • Historical Site

Situated on the River Wye, Rhayader has many beautiful landscapes to explore nearby.

A small market town, Rhayader has long been a natural stopping point for travellers – from the …

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2

44.5 km

View of the Valley and Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Approx 350m climb. Pic does not do it justice! Waterfalls and sheep;

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3

50.5 km

View of the Winding Road in the Cambrian Mountains

Highlight • Climb

This climb packs a punch but the rest of the way up is easy

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4

50.6 km

Pont ar Elan Waterfall and Stream

Highlight • Viewpoint

Pont ar Elan is a pretty little spot to take a rest. Picnic benches alongside the Afon Elan offer you a viewpoint to watch and listen to the stream, with …

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5

55.4 km

Craig Goch Dam

Highlight • Monument

Top dam of a series creating a chain of reservoirs. The day we rode past the top reservoir was a puddle due to the lack of rain and the heat.

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6

56.0 km

Elan Valley Reservoirs

Highlight • Lake

A hidden gem is the heart of Wales. The area is perfect for exploring by bike. There are so many routes to choose from ranging from family rides, road bike and mtb!

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7

63.5 km

Caban Coch Dam and Viaduct, Elan Valley

Highlight • Bridge

Made long time ago and still looking stunning

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8

66.3 km

Claerwen Dam

Highlight • Monument

Good spot to stop for refreshment but take cash!

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121 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

70.4 km

47.6 km

1.98 km

892 m

258 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

89.5 km

31.6 km

203 m

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Friday 7 August

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