United Kingdom, Mid Wales
A serene reservoir road threading dams and pine forest deep in mid Wales.
Length
10 km
In miles
6.2 mi
Driving time
15 min
Atlas rating
8.7 / 10
The run
Rhayader to Elan Village, following the B4518. Drive it in either direction, though the views usually favour the climb.
Season
Open year round in normal conditions, with the usual care after rain or frost.
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