Cantref Reservoir
This walk visits the pretty Cantref Reservoir in the Brecon Beacons near Merthyr Tydfil.
The walk starts from the car park at Beacons Reservoir just to the north of the reservoir. From here you can follow the Taff Trail south to the site. At the southern end of the reservoir there's a footpath branching off to the north east which will take you right along the lake on the dam. There's fine views here across the water to the surrounding forest and hills. After taking in the views from the dam you return to the car park on the same paths.
Postcode
CF48 2HY - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsCantref Reservoir Ordnance Survey Map 
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Cantref Reservoir Open Street Map 
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Cantref Reservoir OS Map 
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Cantref Reservoir Open Street Map 
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Pubs/Cafes
The nearby Garwnant Forest has a good cafe for refreshments. There's seating inside and out and it's also dog friendly if you have your pet with you.
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
Just to the south of the site you'll find the Garwnant Forest. There's a car park and visitor centre here which offer an alternative start point to the walk. You can also pick up the circular trail around Llwyn-on Reservoir from here.
Also to the south is Nant Ddu where there's a pleasant trail along a pretty stream with waterfalls and more nice views.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Cantref Reservoir 1
Cantref Reservoir 2
The reservoir after a storm. The chocolate colour of the water results from the large amounts of Old Red Sandstone-derived material washed into the reservoir a few days earlier. Fan fawr rears up on the skyline at the left of centre.
Downstream of the site