Activities at Brecon Beacons

Summer in the Brecon Beacons

Experience the Brecon Beacons in a new light this summer as wildflowers blossom and our sun-kissed sites enjoy the warmth of the new season.

Pen y Fan and Corn Du circular walk

A strenuous mountain walk on well-made footpaths to the summit of Pen y Fan and Corn Du.

• Moderate
• 2 hours 30 mins
• 4.0 miles (6.4km)

Henrhyd Falls and Graig Llech Woods

Discover Henrhyd Falls as this spectacular waterfall plunges 90ft into the heavily wooded gorge of the Nant Llech.

March 2018 - footpath erosion, an ongoing problem

Combating erosion on our upland footpaths is an ongoing job and a vital part of our conservation work. With thousands of people visiting the central Brecon Beacons every year, lead ranger Rob and his team have a big job on their hands, read our latest blog to find out how he does it.

Brecon Beacons in spring

From walking up mountains to discovering your favourite wildlife highlight, there's plenty to see as nature springs into life in the Brecon Beacons.

Brecon Beacons horseshoe ridge walk

A challenging upland mountain walk that takes you into the heart of the Brecon Beacons for the most spectacular views.

• Challenging
• 5 hours
• 10.0 miles (16.05km)

The Beacons Peaks - Pen y Fan and Corn Du

Lose your head in the clouds as you climb Pen y Fan and Corn Du, the two highest peaks in southern Britain. Discover wild walks and breathtaking scenery in the dramatic and remote heart of the Brecon Beacons.

Henrhyd Falls and Nant Llech walk

Discover the tranquil surroundings at Henrhyd Falls as you take this adventurous walk to the highest waterfall in South Wales.

• Moderate
• 2 hours 30 mins
• 3.5 miles (5.6km)

Cwm Gwdi in the Brecon Beacons

Cwm Gwdi is a landscape shaped by the forces of nature. The car park at Cwm Gwdi was once part of a military training camp that dates back to the late Victorian era. Today, it's a great place to start some of the toughest walks in the Brecon Beacons.

Cwm Llwch horseshoe walk

This is the hard way to the summit of southern Britain's highest mountain, Pen y Fan, with 1893ft (576m) of climbing before reaching the top at 2908ft (886m).

• Challenging
• 5 hours
• 8.0 miles (12.85km)

Day two of the Brecon Beacons Super Challenge walk

There's plenty of history to be seen on this trail, from the lime kilns at Llangatock to the oldest baptist church in Wales at Govilon.

• Challenging
• 5 hours
• 14.0 miles (22.5km)

Upper Tarell Valley walk

Follow this glaciated valley down the 18th-century metalled track that was once the main road from the Midlands to Cardiff.

• Moderate
• 3 hours
• 5.0 miles (8.0km)

The Begwns walk: all the views, none of the climb

Enjoy (almost) all the views the Brecon Beacons National Park has to offer without any of the climb on this easy walk on the Begwns.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 2.0 miles (3.2km)

Day one of the Brecon Beacons Super Challenge walk

Tackle the first day of our two day Brecon Beacons Super Challenge walk and take in Pen-y-Fan, the highest point in Southern Britain.

• Challenging
• 6 hours
• 16.0 miles (25.7km)

Upper Tarell Valley

One of the most beautiful valleys in the Brecon Beacons, its proximity to the main peaks make it a great place to visit and admire the views. From ancient woodland to roaring rivers and green fields, the Tarell valley is a great place to begin your exploration of the Beacons.