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Roath Park Waterfall – Roath Park Lake loop from Birchgrove

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Roath Park Waterfall – Roath Park Lake loop from Birchgrove

Moderate

50

runners

Roath Park Waterfall – Roath Park Lake loop from Birchgrove

01:01

9.90km

40m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 13, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

4.43 km

Roath Park Lake and the Scott Memorial Lighthouse

Highlight • Lake

Roath Park is one of Cardiff's most loved parks, it was recently awarded the prestigious Green Flag award to recognise its high quality and its importance to Cardiff.

In the centre of the park sits the wonderful Roath Lake, a peaceful place to walk around with sights of ducks, birds, and an impressive lighthouse stood in the water. There is a lovely little café and plenty of places to picnic, so take a seat and enjoy the view.

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2

5.02 km

Roath Park Waterfall

Highlight • Structure

3

5.12 km

Terra Nova Café

Highlight • Cafe

Wonderful cafe perched right over the edge of the lake - feels like being in a rowboat right on the lake! Enjoying a generous baked potato and chilli con carne marks a great end to a wonderful hike.

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4

5.59 km

Weeping Willow Overhanging the Lake

Highlight • Natural Monument

5

5.81 km

Roath Park Lake

Highlight • Lake

Roath Park Lake has stunning vistas and tree-lined pathways. Lots of birds relax on the shores.

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6

6.03 km

Roath Park Wild Gardens

Highlight • Natural

Adjoining Roath Park Lake is a wild garden with nice pathways and is a meeting place for many types of birds

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B

9.90 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.78 km

984 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.90 km

2.75 km

1.00 km

139 m

< 100 m

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Monday 29 June

19°C

13°C

75 %

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