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SaveBrecon trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running and Mountain Biking. Popular destinations include Black Mountains.
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This region uses the Uk/Euro style trail grading system.
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- Hike
5 trails
- Mountain Bike
3 trails
- Horse
0 trails
- Trail Running
5 trails
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Region Status
Caution as of Sep 12, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 6
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 3
- Trails E-Bike
- 2
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 1
- Trails Hike
- 5
- Trails Trail Running
- 5
- Total Distance
- 9 miles
- Total Descent
- 2,587 ft
- Total Vertical
- 1,837 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 2,645 ft
- Reports
- 18
- Photos
- 86
- Completed Counter
- 929
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Black Mountains
Popular Brecon Mountain Biking Trails
• 70 ★ 4.0 • 2 miles • 3 ft • 99 • • hike
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 14 minutes to complete this trail.
• 5 ★ 5.0 • 1,217 ft • 0 ft • 1 •
A steep and rooty trail, the trail starts by traversing some roots and double drops, before banking right and heading down a steep chute. After this, loamy berms, gaps and drops take you down to the fireroad, with an off camber section...
Brecon Mountain Bike Routes
22 miles • 2,389 ft • 1 • Loop •
This is a classic ride that is a must do if in the area riding. Lots of open space, steep climbs and a...
18 miles • 1,638 ft • 0 • Loop •
Little known area sitting between The Black Mountains and rides. Some steep climbs and fun loose twisting...
Photos of Brecon Mountain Bike
Videos of Brecon Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gap | Aug 31, 2024 @ 10:35am Aug 31, 2024 | Variable | RadBikeBro NCTC | ||
| Crug Mawr | Aug 20, 2023 @ 6:55am Aug 20, 2023 | Variable | FingleDog | ||
| Steepy McSteepface | Feb 13, 2020 @ 10:44am Feb 13, 2020 | Wet | lewpric3 |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UnmixedMaster | wishlist | route | activity #104477238 | Sep 24, 2026 @ 3:38am 5 hours |
| Ben-studley | wishlist | route | activity #102168679 | Aug 23, 2026 @ 10:45am Aug 23, 2026 |
| WillTFrost | wishlist | route | activity #101484591 | Aug 14, 2026 @ 3:12pm Aug 14, 2026 |
| diggedydee | wishlist | route | activity #101168886 and 1 more | Aug 10, 2026 @ 7:49am Aug 10, 2026 |
| ukbrenz5tWXU | wishlist | route | activity #100864653 | Aug 6, 2026 @ 7:50am Aug 6, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| report | Any more detailed info on getting to the... | Oct 19, 2020 @ 3:48pm Oct 19, 2020 |
Local Mountain Biking Directory
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Bi-ped-cyclesBike Shop
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Clive Powell Mountain BikesBike Shop
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 3 | 4 miles | 1,932 ft | 4 miles | 1,165 ft | #5,230 | #179 | 86 | 18 | 3 | 2,583 | |
| E-Bike | 2 | 2 miles | 1,119 ft | 2 miles | 906 ft | 16 | 2 | 535 | ||||
| Gravel Bike | 1 | 2 miles | 909 ft | 2 miles | 906 ft | #3,972 | #196 | 7 | ||||
| Hike | 5 | 8 miles | 2,379 ft | 5 miles | 1,837 ft | #9,007 | #267 | 17 | 1 | 1,422 | ||
| Trail Running | 5 | 8 miles | 2,379 ft | 5 miles | 1,837 ft | #9,256 | #282 | 17 | 1 | 64 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Brecon?
Brecon has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking.
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Brecon?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Brecon are:
- Steepy McSteepface (4.1/5)
- The Gap (4/5)
- Crug Mawr (4/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Brecon?
Check the Brecon trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
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What is the longest trail in Brecon?
The longest trail in Brecon is Crug Mawr at 2.1 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Brecon?
The best hiking trails in Brecon are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Brecon?
Brecon has a total of 6 trails. Of those, 3 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Brecon to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Brecon?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Brecon is The Gap with 13 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Brecon?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Brecon is Crug Mawr with 908 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Brecon?
Brecon supports the following activities: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Horseback, Trail Running.
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What bike services are there in Brecon?
The following bike services are available in Brecon:
- Bike Shop (2)
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Are the trails open in Brecon?
The overall region status for Brecon is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 2 trails:
- Clear / Green: 2
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Can I ride an ebike in Brecon?
There are 2 trails in Brecon that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Brecon?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Brecon are: View all mountain biking routes in Brecon.
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What is the highest summit in Brecon?
The highest summit in Brecon is Pen y Fan at 2,815 ft elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Brecon?
The most popular Strava segments in Brecon are:
- Before Simon crashed (8,623 athletes)
- *Fast Green Chute (8,585 athletes)
- Scree Squibble To Flat (8,485 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Brecon?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Brecon are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Brecon?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Brecon are:
- Crug Mawr (4/5)
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