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Llyn Brenig

9.32 miles (15 km)

Ordnance Survey Map Open Streetmap A long circular walk around the beautiful Llyn Brenig, in the heart of the Denbigh Moors. There's nice woodland trails, views of the River Brenig and great views across the water to the surrounding hills. The northern end of the lake is also a nature reserve so there's lots of wildlife to see too. Look out for deer, otters, red squirrels, badgers, grouse and buzzards.
The walk also includes lovely views of heather moorland and a stretch along the impressive dam towards the end.
You can start the walk from the car park and visitor centre at the south western end of the lake. You can easily pick up the trails from here. After your exercise you can enjoy refreshments in the lakeside cafe.
To continue your reservoir walking in the area, head west and visit Alwen Reservoir.
The Brenig Way also starts at the lake. The long distance trail can be followed through the Dee Valley to Carrog and Corwen.<
The Clwydian Way also passes along the western side of the lake. It will take you through the Clwydian Range of mountains with splendid views of north Wales, Snowdonia, the Cheshire Plain and the Peak District.
The reservoir sits on the western edge of the expansive Clocaenog Forest.
There's miles of cycling and walking trails to be found here.

Postcode

LL21 9TT - Please note: Postcode may be approximate for some rural locations

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Llyn Brenig OS Map Ordnance survey map - Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking

Llyn Brenig Open Street Map Open Streetmap - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking

Pubs/Cafes

Head to the visitor centre cafe and you can enjoy a meal from the balcony and enjoy fabulous views over the lake. They use fine Welsh produce for their meals and also have a lovely selection of cakes.

Dog Walking

The lake is a popular place for a dog walk and the surrounding woodlands also have some fine trails perfect for exploring with your four legged friend.

Further Information and Other Local Ideas

Head north east from the lake and you could visit the market town of Denbigh and explore the historic 13th century castle.

Cycle Routes and Walking Routes Nearby

Photos

The Visitor Centre at Llyn Brenig - geograph.org.uk - 962012

The Visitor Centre at Llyn Brenig

Footbridge over the river Brenig - geograph.org.uk - 982862

Footbridge over the river Brenig

Footpath and road - geograph.org.uk - 982812

Footpath and road

Afon Fechan ("Little River") - geograph.org.uk - 982539

Afon Fechan ("Little River")

Lone tree on Gors Maen Llwyd - geograph.org.uk - 982491

Lone tree on Gors Maen Llwyd

Ring Cairn, east of Llyn Brenig - geograph.org.uk - 982059

Ring Cairn, east of Llyn Brenig

Fly fishing on the Brenig reservoir - geograph.org.uk - 966217

Fly fishing on the Brenig reservoir

Path across top of Llyn Brenig Dam - geograph.org.uk - 1447592

Path across top of Llyn Brenig Dam

GPS Files

GPX File

Llyn Brenig.gpx (On Desktop:Right Click>Save As. On Ipad/Iphone:Click and hold>Download Linked File)

Memory Map Route

Llyn Brenig.mmo (On Desktop:Right Click>Save As. On Ipad/Iphone:Click and hold >Download Linked File)