Llyn y Fan Fach
Llyn y Fan Fach
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Brighton and Hove, UK96 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
After negotiating a narrow lane we arrived at the car park, plenty of spaces but busy. We walked up the steep hill, past a trout farm and arrived at the lady of the lake after approximately 30-40 mins. The lake and views are beautiful. We walked back down but you can continue to walk up and on to the next lake, a great day out just make sure you take food & drink though.
Written September 7, 2020
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JohnMA12345
Cardiff, UK562 contributions
Nov 2020 • Couples
We did walk 22 in the Brecon Beacons Pathfinder Guide, from the Ordnance Survey. It is a tough walk but lord the views are just amazing, not often I'm left speechless but I was when we did this.
One word of caution. The walk along the top is long walk and quite exposed, do your research and bring some layers. It can get warm climbing up but you can get cold at the top.
The walk up to the lake from the car park is a gentle long walk up and ok for kids. The mountains not so
One word of caution. The walk along the top is long walk and quite exposed, do your research and bring some layers. It can get warm climbing up but you can get cold at the top.
The walk up to the lake from the car park is a gentle long walk up and ok for kids. The mountains not so
Written November 28, 2020
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Stephanie H
13 contributions
Jul 2020
The free car park isn't very big so make sure you don't get there too late. We walked up on a sunny day and had a fantastic time. Even fit, young children can make it to the lake. It is truly worth it. Everywhere you look is picture perfect and we loved every minutes.
Written August 1, 2020
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John W
Beckenham, UK5 contributions
Aug 2021 • Couples
We are both in our 60s and relatively fit. We walked up on a fairly gloomy day in August. Make no mistake this is a relatively steep climb all the way up.in a path with loose stones. In places like passing The trout farm which is halfway up it can be fairly tricky and unless at least one of you you is relatively agile you will really need to take your time. On reaching the lake the scenery around is nice but the lake itself or reservoir isn't the prettiest you'll see.
There are no facilities so take your own drinks etc.
There are no facilities so take your own drinks etc.
Written August 16, 2021
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Carrie P
Bere Regis, UK190 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
Absolutely stunning. We walked up and around the lake with our children (9,10,13) without any trouble.
The wind was howling along the top so it was slightly trickier to stay grounded but the views were absolutely worth it.
An must for anyone who loves a good hilly walk & a view that is mind blowing!
The wind was howling along the top so it was slightly trickier to stay grounded but the views were absolutely worth it.
An must for anyone who loves a good hilly walk & a view that is mind blowing!
Written October 26, 2022
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B B
Dublin, Ireland5 contributions
Jul 2022
This walk was suggested by Gail, our Host at the BnB we stayed at in Brecon (Borderers Inn). It was simply excellent and utterly peaceful. We drove the scenic route home and got to witness the absolutely shambolic crowds and parking at pen -y- fan. We only had time for one walk this holiday and were very grateful for the local advice recieved.
Written July 28, 2022
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Craig B
183 contributions
Jun 2021 • Family
We took a morning walk up to the lake (we didn’t see the fabled lady of the lake). The car park is easy to find and free. The roads are very narrow so take care and drive slowly.
We did a walk from the car park up to the lake, around the lake and back. The walk was just under 6km with total elevation of 240m. The route up isn’t steep but it is constant. We walked it with our 10 year old daughter and 6 month puppy. Both were fine!
It was a very nice walk with some fantastic views.
We did a walk from the car park up to the lake, around the lake and back. The walk was just under 6km with total elevation of 240m. The route up isn’t steep but it is constant. We walked it with our 10 year old daughter and 6 month puppy. Both were fine!
It was a very nice walk with some fantastic views.
Written July 14, 2021
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Dover, UK63 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
The roads to the car park were narrow and at one point a farmer asked us to pull in as they had sheep coming. Hundreds of sheep filmed by my son who thought it was brilliant.
The car park isn’t huge but we got there early so wasn’t a problem.
The walk to the reservoir is steepish but my 10yr old managed so...🤷🏻♂️
Yes it was rainy and yes it was foggy but the views are incredible. The air was fresh and Beacons truly are amazing.
There is obviously no shop for miles so take plenty of water as you could be walking for hours.
Will definitely be returning. We stayed in Cardiff which is a 1.5hr drive to the totally free and beautiful area of Wales.
The car park isn’t huge but we got there early so wasn’t a problem.
The walk to the reservoir is steepish but my 10yr old managed so...🤷🏻♂️
Yes it was rainy and yes it was foggy but the views are incredible. The air was fresh and Beacons truly are amazing.
There is obviously no shop for miles so take plenty of water as you could be walking for hours.
Will definitely be returning. We stayed in Cardiff which is a 1.5hr drive to the totally free and beautiful area of Wales.
Written August 21, 2020
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Ian D
Plymouth, UK23 contributions
Dec 2021 • Couples
What a place. Good walk, good path for most of the route bar about 30 metres getting past the trout farm. The views up and around the lake are fab. Car park is fairly small and the road from the farm is unmettalled.
Written January 2, 2022
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Bury St. Edmunds, UK44 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
This hike is a must-do! It's a brilliant and fairly moderate hike that offers stunning views and a unique experience. It's beautiful in any season, but it's important to check the weather forecast as the weather can change quickly when you're near the top. There's parking available, but we suggest arriving early in the morning or later in the afternoon as it can get quite busy. This hike is one of the best in the western part of Brecon Beacons.
Written April 27, 2024
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Hello, I wondered how the road to the car park is with a small van? (VW Transporter) I’ve read a lot of comments about the road to the car park and wanted to check it would be okay in a van? Thank you
Written August 13, 2023
Hi, can I know where is the car park to access this place, and how long we have to walk to get to the lake? I have my parents who would be following me as well
Written October 11, 2018
The car park is available on any GPS system, just put in Lyn Y Fan Fach Car Park and it will come up no problem. Parking is limited so do not get there too late. The walk to the lake is about 20 minutes with a good path next to the stream, and only 1 tricky bit going past the Trout Farm, but OK if you go slowly. Slight uphill on the way up but of course downhill on the way back.
Written October 31, 2018
We'll be with children (aged 10 months to 5 year old) and a pregnant lady so not the most mobile group of people, that 1.3 mile walk from the car park to the lake won't really be possible for us. Is it possible to drop the family closer to the lake and then come back to park the car? Or is that track not drivable?
Written August 12, 2018
That is not possible as the track is gated and locked. Sorry.
Written August 24, 2018
Rona R
London, United Kingdom
How do you get there from Cardiff if you don't have a card?
Written July 15, 2017
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