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Experience the enchanting waterfalls of Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, where cascading waters create magical settings for exploration and relaxation.
Visiting Waterfall Country
Located right on the south-westerly edge of the National Park this area is amongst the most beautiful and popular parts of the National Park. Here the rivers Mellte, Hepste, Pyrddin and Nedd-fechan wind their way down deep, tree-lined gorges, over a series of dramatic waterfalls, before joining to form the River Neath. This area is of international importance and it has been designated as a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).
High numbers of visitors in recent years have resulted in immense pressure on this fragile landscape and surrounding communities.
Parcio
There are two official car parks in Waterfall Country, managed by the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority. Both accept card payments only.
Please follow road signs rather than satnav. Satnavs can take you down narrow lanes with no passing places.
At busy times, car parks can fill quickly. You may be directed to an overflow car park, which is cash only.
Cwm Porth is a small car park, accessed by a narrow one-way lane. It often fills early in the day, and you may be redirected to another site.
Parking costs are £6 per car and £7 per minibus (pre-booked only).
It’s suitable for cars, bikes, and pre-booked minibuses, but not suitable for campervans, and overnight stays are not allowed.
Facilities include a shop selling snacks, drinks and souvenirs (open daily, card only).
Gwaun Hepste
Parking costs are £6 per car and £7 per minibus.
This car park is suitable for groups of more than three cars and larger vehicles, including campervans. However, overnight stays are not allowed.
It is not suitable for buses or coaches.
Facilities include a pop-up refreshment caravan, available seasonally, and toilets, which are also seasonal.
Look after yourself
Mobile phone coverage is unreliable so make sure you have planned your route, that its within your capability and be prepared to walk to find signal.
Plan your visit. Pay close attention to the length and difficulty grade of the trails.
Wear the right footwear. The trails can be steep, muddy and slippery. Sturdy boots are advised with a good grippy sole.
Rivers are very cold all year round so don’t be tempted to swim as cold water shock can happen to the strongest of swimmers. Fatalities and serious injuries have occured.
Care for the environment
Follow the Countryside Code – Protect, Respect, Enjoy
Take your litter home as there are no rubbish bins along the trails.
Fires can be devastating to wildlife so don’t be tempted to light one.
Keep to the waymarked paths as they offer the safest route.
