vale of clwyd group logo

Vale of Clwyd Group

We are the Vale of Clwyd Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

Email

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
1 of 0

Overview

We will take this 5 mile circular trail at a leisurely pace, going along the dam (a 45-meter-high embankment dam completed in 1976 to regulate the River Dee) and entering woodland along tracks, with great views of the Llyn and surroundings, passing the Afon Brenig at a small secluded caravan park.  There are some modest inclines but no stiles.

There will be a stop for “brunch” as the walk is short enough to rejoin the Visitor Centre at lunchtime, using the picnic tables or indoors in the café (it can be busy on Saturdays).

This walk offers several options: (before lunch) you can continue with the group another half mile, (there and back), to the osprey lookout for a chance to observe the ospreys with scopes available to use for free from the North Wales Wildlife Trust and have lunch afterwards. Or you can do your own thing: make a day of it, pop into the Visitors Centre and learn more about the history of the Brenig Osprey Project or  head home straight after the walk.. 

Saturday, 18 April 2026
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
8.9km / 5.5mi
Ascent:
160m / 525ft
Type:
circular

A note of caution: the weather at Llyn Brenig can change rapidly. Due to its high altitude on the Denbigh Moors, the area is known for experiencing quick shifts in weather conditions, including exposure to gales. Dress and kit up accordingly!

The car park is P&D - £3.00 for the day- 

To pay for parking at Llyn Brenig, you can use the Connect Cashless Parking app (or website). Alternatively, parking can be booked on a mobile device via the GroupNexus app using QR codes found on site, or by paying at the visitor centre

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Car parking available
  • No Stiles

Starting point

Grid reference:
SH 96782 54749
Nearest postcode:
LL21 9TT
what3words:
motivator.enacts.mistaken
Start time:
10:00 am

Llyn Brenig Visitors Centre Car Park

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking