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Rhondda Cynon Taf

The Garth from Taffs Wells via Pentrych Woods

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Rhondda Cynon Taf

The Garth from Taffs Wells via Pentrych Woods

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4.4

(23)

70

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The Garth from Taffs Wells via Pentrych Woods

02:26

7.80km

300m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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2.55 km

Pentyrch Woods

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This is a gorgeous woodland situated at the foothills of the Garth Mountain between the two towns of Taffs Wells and Pentrych.

You'll be walking through a majestic display of …

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4.53 km

View of Garth Mountain from Route des Alpes

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The road to the South of Garth Mountain is named the "Route Des Alpes" on Google maps. I'm thinking it isn't genuine, but I like it!

The views from the …

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4.97 km

Garth Summit

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Stunning little hill with commanding views just outside Cardiff with a trig pointed summit. It is a UK listed Marilyn.

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6.17 km

View of Taff Vale and Nantgarw from Rocky Descent

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Rocky, narrow, but very scenic, descent into the woods with some glorious views across the Taff Vale toward Nantgarw.

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7.80 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.86 km

1.50 km

746 m

594 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.85 km

964 m

934 m

832 m

146 m

< 100 m

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Tuesday 26 May

29°C

17°C

44 %

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Trail Reviews

June 12, 2024, The Garth from Taffs Wells via Pentrych Woods

Great walk, with lovely views at the top of The Garth. Unfortunately the first part of the walk runs parallel to a busy main road