Dyfnant Forest
This circular walk explores the expansive Dyfnant Forest, located just to the south of the famous Lake Vyrnwy. The forest is also good for mountain biking with a number of bridleways and off road tracks to try.
You can start the walk at the car park at the southern end of the lake. From here you can pick up the Glyndwr's Way and follow the waymarked trail south into the forest. Here you can explore the woods on a number of different footpaths and bridleways. On the way you'll enjoy attractive coniferous trees and a number of pretty streams. The woods are also surrounded by some lovely lush green countryside.
To continue your walking in the area head to the northern end of the lake and visit the picturesque Rhiwargor Waterfall.
Postcode
SY10 0LZ - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locationsDyfnant Forest Ordnance Survey Map 
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Dyfnant Forest Open Street Map 
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Dyfnant Forest OS Map 
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Dyfnant Forest Open Street Map 
- Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking
Pubs/Cafes
After your exercise head to the Lake Vyrnwy Hotel for some afternoon tea in the outdoor seating area which has fine views over the lake. You can find the hotel on the eastern side of the water at postcode SY10 0LY.
Dog Walking
The large woods with its wide trails are ideal for a lovely long dog walk in peaceful surroundings.
Further Information and Other Local Ideas
Just to the east of the forest you can pick up the Ann Griffiths Walk. The 7 mile trail is named after Wales' foremost female hymn writer. You'll pass locations associated with her life including her home at Dolwar Fach and her memorial chapel at Dolanog.
Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby
Photos
Pen y Ffordd Wood, Dyfnant Forest Entrance to car park and picnic site off the B4395.
Edge of Dyfnant Forest
Tyddyn Amlwg, Dyfnant Forest. An isolated farm, entirely surrounded by forest.
Track junction in the Dyfnant Forest
Tyddyn Amlwg. An isolated farm, entirely surrounded by forest.
Footbridge in Dyfnant Forest. This is on Glyndwr's Way, a few miles south of Lake Vyrnwy.
Visitor centre, Pen y Ffordd. In the picnic area and car park in Dyfnant Forest
Country road