Discover more at Sugar Loaf and Usk Valley
Find out when Sugar Loaf and Usk Valley are open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Enjoy the panoramic views of South Wales from the highest peak of the Black Mountains with your four-legged friend. The mountain is a haven for upland wildlife such as birds, as well as livestock that graze within the areas. It’s also a special area of conservation, and in order to protect the wildlife that lives there we ask that dogs please remain on leads whilst visiting.
We’ve been working on making it easier for you to find out how dog-friendly your visit will be before you and your four-legged friend arrive. To help with this, we've created a new pawprint rating system and given all the places in our care a rating. You can find this information in the National Trust members’ handbook.
The Sugar Loaf and Usk Valley is a one pawprint rated place.
Dogs are welcome here, but facilities are limited. They’ll be able to stretch their legs in the car park and walk in the nearby open spaces, depending on the season.
We’ve worked with our partner Forthglade to come up with this Canine Code, which helps to make sure everyone can enjoy their day:
Our definition of close or effective control is:
Find out when Sugar Loaf and Usk Valley are open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
We've partnered with natural pet food maker Forthglade so that you and your dog can get even more out of the special places we care for.
Discover the Black Mountains, where the Sugar Loaf dominates the landscape. With panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, the moorland is home to a wide variety of wildlife.
If you’re bringing your dog to the places we care for, here’s information on the Canine Code and pawprint rating system to plan your visit.
From mountains and beaches, to gardens and parklands, find a dog walk in Wales that both you and your four-legged friend will love. Here’s your guide to some of the best dog-friendly places to visit in Wales.
Walk a mountain of myths and legends on this energetic trail that will lead you to the summit of the Skirrid.
Explore this timeless estate in Monmouthshire on this easy short circular walk. Take in far-reaching views of Sugar Loaf and the Usk Valley. It's a place rich in history and with a wide variety of wildlife.
A 7.5-mile walk along the River Usk that takes in the Coed y Bwnydd hillfort and Clytha Castle, an 18th-century folly, along the way.