Forest & lakeside
Usk Reservoir Circular
A peaceful, remote loop through forest, moorland and lakeside scenery on the western edge of the Beacons — tranquillity, wildlife and wide views far from the crowds.
A peaceful, remote loop through forest, moorland and lakeside scenery on the western edge of the Beacons — tranquillity, wildlife and wide views far from the crowds.
The Usk Reservoir Circular is a peaceful, remote loop through forest, moorland and lakeside scenery in the western Brecon Beacons. It offers tranquillity, wildlife and wide views across the water — perfect for walkers wanting a quiet, low-level trail well away from the crowds of Pen y Fan.
Follow the shoreline with views across the reservoir.
Enter peaceful conifer woodland on wide, easy tracks.
Walk along open moorland with distant views of the Carmarthen Fans.
Complete the loop along the reservoir's edge.
Mostly flat with gentle slopes and easy navigation — suitable for most walkers.
The Usk Reservoir Circular is one of the quietest and most peaceful low-level walks in the Brecon Beacons, offering lakeside views, forest tracks and remote moorland scenery. Its accessibility, beauty and year-round appeal make it ideal for families, wildlife enthusiasts and anyone seeking a tranquil day out.