Sgwd yr Eira Trail
Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, Powys, United Kingdom
Out-and-back trail in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, Powys, United Kingdom. Hiking.
- Distance
- 4.1 mi (6.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 571 ft (174 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 35 min
- High point
- 761 ft (232 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Attraction: Dinas Rock 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Waterfall: Sgydau Sychryd 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Waterfall 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Viewpoint 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from start
- Waterfall: Sgŵd yr Eira 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Sgwd yr Eira Trail
How long is Sgwd yr Eira Trail?
Sgwd yr Eira Trail is 4.1 mi (6.7 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 35 min. It climbs 571 ft (174 m) in total, up to a high point of 761 ft (232 m).
How hard is Sgwd yr Eira Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Sgwd yr Eira Trail?
Parking at the start, Fee.
Are there water and toilets on Sgwd yr Eira Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Sgwd yr Eira Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (38% under trees).
What can you do on Sgwd yr Eira Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Sgwd yr Eira Trail?
The Old White Horse Inn, 0.6 mi (1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Premier, 1.5 mi (2.5 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Sgwd yr Eira Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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