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Garth Summit – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Nantgarw

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Rhondda Cynon Taf

Garth Summit – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Nantgarw

Moderate

8

hikers

Garth Summit – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Nantgarw

02:50

9.21km

330m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

1

3.50 km

View of Garth Mountain from Route des Alpes

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The road to the South of Garth Mountain is named the "Route Des Alpes" on Google maps. I'm thinking it isn't genuine, but I like it!

The views from the …

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2

3.93 km

Garth Summit

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Stunning little hill with commanding views just outside Cardiff with a trig pointed summit. It is a UK listed Marilyn.

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3

8.15 km

Carved Tree Face

Highlight • Natural

This tree carving is masterful and the size of an adult. Its remote location imbues an aura of mysticism.

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4

8.39 km

Garth Hill Climb

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Its a steep uphill from Taffs Well direction. For an easier ascent aproach from Pentyrch direction. Be sure to take time though to visit "The Garth Pimple" (road cyclist will …

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8.54 km

Gwaelod Y Garth Inn

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Good food, super friendly and thirst quenching.

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9.21 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.94 km

3.45 km

952 m

782 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.82 km

2.90 km

872 m

618 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 18 October

13°C

5°C

75 %

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