Fishpools walking trail in the Radnor Forest has spectacular views over the Welsh hills. There is ample parking off the A488. Trail information: The route climbs gently uphill on a forest road and then follows a track with a loose stone surface through the woodland. After the second viewpoint, the trail turns off the track and descends steeply on a narrower path with tree roots underfoot. There are benches at both the viewpoints. Dogs on leads welcome 🐶
Grade: Moderate
Distance: 2½ miles/3.8 kilometers
Time: 2 hours
Driving time from Pippins: 15 Mins
Water-Break-Its-Neck is a short woodland walk with parking in Warren Wood and as its name suggests, leads to a waterfall. Warren Wood has been popular with tourists for over 200 years because of the waterfall. It is in the area known as Radnor Forest which was once a royal hunting ground. Today Radnor Forest is a land of hill farming and great moorlands, steep narrow valleys and hills.
Dogs welcome 🐶
Driving time from Pippins: 15 Mins
Cors y Llyn Nature Reserve has one of the best wildflower meadows in Mid Wales and some of the trees here are only a few feet tall even though they are over 100 years old.
Follow the path from the car park alongside the wildflower meadow, seek out the Scandinavian-style dwarf pine forest and take in the swampy woodlands along the boardwalk.
Waterproof shoes or boots are recommended for visits between autumn and early spring as water can seep up through the boardwalk.
Dog friendly - keep under close control 🐶
Driving time from Pippins: 23 Mins
The Elan Valley is a must visit, with a nine mile traffic-free path, walking trails, stunning scenery and a fascinating visitor centre, cafe and a variety of events all year round. The surrounding area has long been famed for rare and beautiful wildlife, and the International Dark Sky Park status of the Elan Valley makes it an ideal place to view the moon, planets and stars.
Dog friendly including the cafe at the visitors centre 🐶
Driving time from Pippins: 25 Mins
Gilfch Nature Reserve near Rhayader is "a special place, well known for its pied flycatchers, dippers, redstarts and leaping salmon with the River Marteg running through. The variety of wildlife to be found here is what makes Gilfach different. Over a quarter of the total number of lichens in Wales can be found growing here!" There are several waymarked trails including a short Easy Access Trail for the less mobile from the Old Farmyard.
There is a Visitor Centre, toilets and picnic area. Parking is off the A470. Dogs on leads welcome 🐶
Driving time from Pippins: 26 Mins
Looking for an adventure? Then the mountain road from Beulau over the Abergwesyn Pass to Tregaron could be for you! From Beulau (west of Builth Wells) on the A483 take the mountain road signposted Abergwesyn towards Tregaron. Warning - this is a narrow, winding road with passing places, but worth the journey for spectacular views.
Then from Tregaron follow the B4343 north, we suggest making a stop at Cors Caron National Nature Reserve.
Continuing on the B4343 a detour to Strata Florida Abbey is worthwhile, (turn right in Pontrhydfendigaid) an interesting piece of history in a peaceful and beautiful landscape, also with a very large churchyard!
The return journey can be made via Devil's Bridge or through the Elan Valley, depending on your navigational skills!
Driving time from Pippins: 45 Mins
Hafren Forest forms part of the National Forest for Wales. The longest walking route takes you to the source of the River Severn. The shorter trails go to waterfalls within the forest, including the famous Severn-Break-its-Neck. There are many public footpaths and bridleways and it is the starting point for two long distance walks. There are picnic areas near the car park and a riverside accessible trail to a viewing platform over the cascades.
Ospreys spend the summer by a reservoir in Hafren Forest called Llyn Clywedog. These large birds of prey return to Africa in late August. Car parking is free of charge.
Dogs Welcome 🐶
Driving time from Pippins: 1 Hour
With over 1,200 miles of public rights of way, the Brecon Beacons offers many places to explore - deep, wooded gorges, rivers, lakes and forests with trails that suit everyone, from serious outdoor enthusiasts to families out for an easy walk. The Brecon Beacons boasts Pen-Y-Fan, the highest peak in southern Britain. For walkers, this is a strenuous, mountain walk on well-made footpaths.
Dog Friendly 🐶
Driving time from Pippins: 1hr 6 Mins
Ynyslas is part of the Dyfi National Nature Reserve, situated midway between Aberystwyth and Machynlleth. Ynyslas is the start or end point of the Ceredigion Coast Path. Here you can explore the dunes and seashore on the walking trails from the beach car park.
The car park (£4 per day) is on the beach and it is flooded during high tides
Dogs on leads welcome 🐶
Driving time from Pippins: 1hr 14 Mins
