Clwydian Range Walks
This AONB in north east Wales is a full of wonderful walking opportunities. There's a number of interesting old hill forts, heather clad scenery and the hugely popular Moel Famau and its associated country park. For more information on the area see the Clwydian Range AONB website.
Use the links to view full route information including elevation profiles, interactive maps and GPS downloads.
You can also view an overview map of all the routes in the using the Clwydian Range Walk Map>>
| Route Name | Photo | Distance | Description |
| Bodfari | 1.7 miles (2.8 km) | This Denbighshire village is in a good spot for exploring the Clwydian Range AONB. View Full Details>> | |
| Brenig Way | 31.1 miles (50 km) | Follow the Brenig Way way from Corwen, in the Dee Valley, to the beautiful Llyn Brenig, in the heart of the Denbigh Moors. The walk passes through Cynwyd, Maerdy and Betws Gwerfil Goch, before following the River Clwyd towards Clocaenog Forest where there are fabulous views of the Clwydian Range AONB. View Full Details>> | |
| Cilcain | 7.4 miles (11.9 km) | This Welsh village in the Clwydian mountain range is a popular place for walkers. There's local forest trails, country parks and numerous hill climbs with amazing views. There's also some historical interest with a medieval church and a fine old pub dating to the early 19th century. The settlement is located near to Maeshafn and Mold in the county of Flintshire. View Full Details>> | |
| Clwydian Way | 121.8 miles (196 km) | Explore the Clwydian Range of mountains on this circular walk through north east Wales. From the range there are splendid views of north Wales, Snowdonia, the Cheshire Plain and the Peak District. The walk starts at Prestatyn on the coast, taking you through some beautiful countryside and also visiting the historic towns of Ruthin, Llangollen, Corwen, and Denbigh. You'll also pass the small city of St Asaph where there are nice riverside paths along the River Elwy and a notable cathedral which dates from the 13th century. Just north of here is the town of Rhuddlan with a significant 13th century castle and footpaths along the River Clwyd. Also of interest are waterside sections along the beautiful Llyn Brenig, the River Alwen, the River Aled and the the River Dee. View Full Details>> | |
| Coed y Felin Woodland Walk | 1.2 miles (2 km) | This walk explores a delightful woodland nature reserve in Hendre, near the market town of Mold in Flintshire. View Full Details>> | |
| Foel Fenlli | 1 mile (1.6 km) | This circular walk climbs to the hill fort at Foel Fenli in the Clwydian Range of mountains. View Full Details>> | |
| Loggerheads Country Park | 3.1 miles (5 km) | Explore the beautiful Clwydian Range and Dee Valley in this stunning country park in Mold. Dramatic limestone cliffs, wooded gorges and secluded grasslands dominate the scenery while the River Alyn also runs through the park. Highlights include the walkway over the Devil's Gorge - a popular spot for abseilers. There are also several caves to explore, a restored water mill and the pretty riverside tea gardens. View Full Details>> | |
| Maeshafn | 11.2 miles (18 km) | This old lead mining village is located in Denbighshire near the Clwydian Range and the border with Flintshire. View Full Details>> | |
| Moel Arthur | 1.6 miles (2.5 km) | This short climb follows the Offa's Dyke Path from the Clywd Forest to Moel Arthur in the Clwydian Range AONB. You can start the walk from the car park at the eastern end of the Clywd Forest, about a mile north west of Moel Arthur. You then follow good footpaths to the summit where there are lovely views over the Vale of Clywd and the other mountains on the Clwydian Range. In the autumn months the hill slopes are a lovely site, covered in pretty heather. The area also has an interesting history with an Iron Age Hillfort and some of the largest banks and ditches in the area. If you would like to extend your walking in the area then you could continue south along the Offa's Dyke Path to the nearby Moel Famau Country Park. View Full Details>> | |
| Moel Famau Country Park | 3.4 miles (5.5 km) | Climb to the top of Moel Famau mountain on this circular walk through the stunning Moel Famau Country Park. The walk starts at the car park at Bwlch Penbarra and immediately picks up the Offa's Dyke Path to take you to the 1818 feet high peak. Part of the Clwydian Range the mountain peak proffers wonderful views of the Wirral, Merseyside, Snowdonia, the Dee Valley and the coast. At the summit you will also find the 19th century Jubilee Tower constructed in 1810 to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of King George III. The climb from the car park is not too strenuous so would suit reasonably fit walkers. It also takes place on a good path. From the summit the trails then descend through the Clwyd Forest before returning you to the car park.
For the shortest/easiest route to the summit please see the Moel Famau Easy Route page. This is more suitable if you would like to park very close to the summit and get to the views and the tower quickly! If you'd like to continue your walking in this beautiful area then you could visit the nearby Loggerheads Country Park. Located just a few miles to the east it contains dramatic limestone cliffs, wooded gorges and secluded grasslands next to the River Alyn. Also of interest is the Iron Age Hillfort at Moel Arthur just to the north of the park. View Full Details>> | |
| Mold | 5.6 miles (9 km) | This historic market town in Flintshire has some interesting old buildings, a fine 15th century church and views of the hearby Clwydian Range. For walkers there's two noteworthy local country parks, river paths along the Alyn River and a pretty local nature reserve to explore. View Full Details>> | |
| Nant Y Pandy | 5.9 miles (9.5 km) | This walk takes you along the delightful Nant Y Pandy in the village of Glyndyfrdwy, Denbighshire. View Full Details>> | |
| Offa's Dyke Path | 177.1 miles (285 km) | This incredible 177 mile trail starts on the River Severn Estuary in Gloucestershire in England before taking you over the border into Wales and on through some truly splendid mountainous scenery. Highlights on the route include the gorgeous Wye Valley AONB, crossing from England into Wales along the splendid Hergest Ridge and the awe inspiring Brecon Beacons National Park. You'll also pass the popular Moel Famau and Moel Arthur in the stunning Clwydian Range. View Full Details>> | |
| Penycloddiau | 4.8 miles (7.8 km) | This circular walk climbs to the ancient hill fort at Penycloddiau in the Clwydian Range. View Full Details>> | |
| Rhuddlan To Rhyl - River and Coast Walk | 4.3 miles (7 km) | This nice walk from runs from Rhuddlan To Rhyl along the River Clwyd and the North Wales Coast. The route runs for a distance of just over 4 miles, using good waymarked paths. Start the walk on the bridge in Rhuddlan just to the west of the castle. Rhuddlan castle was erected by Edward I in 1277, following the First Welsh War. It makes for a lovely photo with the castle river and church viewable from the southern side of the river. From the bridge you can pick up the North Wales Path and follow it west along the river to the coast at Kimmel Bay. The waymarked path heads round the marine lake on the outskirts of Rhyl before picking up the coast path and following it along the Rhyl seafront. View Full Details>> | |
| St Asaph | 3.7 miles (6 km) | Enjoy a nice waterside walk along the River Elwy on this walk in the historic North Wales city of St Asaph. The settlement is notable as the second-smallest city in Britain in terms of population and urban area. This circular walk takes you around along the river paths in the city centre, visiting St Asaph Common on the way. The walk starts on the bridge over the river, just to the east of the cathedral. The noteworthy cathedral dates back 1,400 years, while the current building dates from the 13th century. From the bridge you can pick up the riverside footpaths on both sides of the Elwy. View Full Details>> | |
| Ty Mawr Country Park | 1.9 miles (3 km) | Enjoy a peaceful riverside walk in the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Way Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The walk starts at the Pontcycyllte Aqueduct which is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site (video below). The Aqueduct carries the
Shropshire Union canal high above the Dee Valley and is nicknamed 'the stream in the sky'. It's a beautiful spot and offers fabulous views of the area. The walk then follows the River Dee to Ty Mawr - a 35 acre country park which is also a working farm with donkeys, pigs, goats, llamas and chickens. The river attracts many different birds including herons, kingfishers, swans, ducks and goosanders. Also look out for otters and jumping salmon! If you would like to continue your walk you could follow the Offa's Dyke Path and the Shropshire Union Canal which run just past the park. View Full Details>> |
