Usk Reservoir

Remote, but beautiful, Usk Reservoir is circled by a mainly stone track, the longer slopes are downhill if you walk clockwise.

The Usk Reservoir is in a remote area surrounded by forest and moorland overlooking Mynydd Du/ The Black Mountain. There is an 8km circular trail which winds its way around the reservoir. The surface is a mix of compacted-stone forestry tracks and tarmac roads.

There are lots of opportunities for shorter strolls, both on tarmac and on the tracks.

The trail is undulating with some long slopes – heading in a clockwise direction means that many of the longer slopes will be downhill. The route is also used by cyclists and walkers. Fishing is available with concessionary rates – pay in the shed on the north side of the reservoir. There are good views of the lake and surrounding countryside from the car parks.

Of interest

Fishing is available with concessionary rates – pay in the shed on the north side of the reservoir.

There are good views of the lake and surrounding countryside from the car parks.

This is also an ideal spot to stargaze as the hills protect if from light polllution.