The Black Mountain Circuit

Don't be fooled, this is not the Black Mountains in the East but is the Black Mountain in the West! Confusing! We'll meet at Tafarn y Garreg, where there is off the road parking on the lane just north of the pub, and then it's out into the wildest countryside south of North Wales. We walk through a dramatic landscape with sink and shake holes before ascending to the ridge above Llyn y Fan Fach. Then it follows the high ground to the summit of Bannau Brycheiniog and then the wonderful descent along the long ridge of Fan Hir, passing Llyn y Fan Fawr along the way. This route is coloured with legend. Keep an eye out for the fairy folk...

Wales Outdoors Kit List - Best practice kit list - Don't worry, though, we bring along all the safety kit, so you don't have to
Wales Outdoors Kit Shop - Our merchandise and small shop selling our recommended kit and kit hire options

Know before you go

• Put a shout-out here for car sharing
• This tour will take place rain or shine
• You will climb 848m and hike 19km
• All walks are well behaved dog-friendly, and so if you have an issue with dogs, then these walks are likely not for you
• Although most levels of fitness can be accommodated, please be sensible when booking and know your own ability

Please Note
A good level of fitness is required for all of our mountain walks. If walking with us, please know that the weather can change, and at times we do need to keep moving, especially in winter, to remain warm and safe.