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Waun Fach loop via the Dragons Back — Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons National Park

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Waun Fach loop via the Dragons Back — Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons National Park

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Waun Fach loop via the Dragons Back — Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons National Park

03:42

10.8km

550m

Hiking

Embark on the Waun Fach loop via the Dragon's Back for a memorable hike through the Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons National Park. This moderate route covers 6.7 miles (10.8 km) with a significant elevation gain of 1815 feet (553 metres), typically taking around 3 hours and 41 minutes to…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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757 m

Castell Dinas Hillfort and Castle Ruins

Highlight • Viewpoint

The highest castle in England and Wales, actually missed this initially until I looked at my GPS and realised it was the castle.

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2.74 km

View from the Dragon's Back

Highlight • Natural Monument

Waun Fach via the Dragons Back is a delightful 7.5 mile circular hike located in the Black Mountains of the Eastern Brecon Beacons. The moderately hard hike isn't at all …

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4.74 km

Pen y Manllwyn Summit

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Pen y Manllwyn 773.71m (2538ft)
Jones and sub Marsh summit

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5.69 km

Waun Fach summit

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A silent giant, Waun Fach is the highest point in South Wales' Black Mountains. Its gradual slopes and the flat nature of its summit mean that it can hardly be …

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10.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.04 km

1.21 km

1.02 km

862 m

687 m

Surfaces

8.23 km

1.03 km

877 m

687 m

Elevation

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Highest point (790 m)

Lowest point (260 m)

Weather

Tuesday 28 July

23°C

13°C

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Comments

August 18, 2025,Waun Fach loop via the Dragons Back — Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons National Park

That was a blast. Short and sweet, excellent views, and some good ascents but not too bad

October 13, 2024,Dragons Back Circular

Parking was quite a problem. I got lucky and found a spot. I would advise arriving earlier in the day if you can. Trail is fairly steep near the beginning, but you’re rewarded with fantastic views. Near the end you’ll have to deal with steep declines as you make your way back down the other side. Well worth doing!

December 15, 2023,Tour

If you do this clockwise watch out for the dogs from the farm as you come back along the road to car park by the Breckon Bunkhouse🐺😳😳

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Waun Fach loop via the Dragons Back — Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons National Park

Castell Dinas Hillfort and Castle Ruins

View from the Dragon's Back

Pen y Manllwyn Summit

Waun Fach summit

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