About Craig Danywenallt
The walk up Craig Danywenallt from Brecon rewards you with one of those views that makes the climb worthwhile - moorland rolling away in all directions, the Brecon Beacons proper visible on clear days. It's a proper hill rather than a serious mountain, which means families with decent legs and walkers after a gentle morning outing will find it manageable.
The summit itself isn't dramatic - no trig point or cairn to mark the top, just the feeling of having gained height and the panorama that comes with it. The terrain is typical Powys moorland: open grassland with patches of gorse, underfoot can be muddy after rain so boots matter. Allow a couple of hours return if you're not rushing, longer if you're stopping to take photos or eat a packed lunch at the top.
This works brilliantly as part of a wider Brecon Beacons holiday. Pencelli Castle Caravan & Camping Park sits just down the road (2.4 miles away), and the location puts you close enough to tackle this as a morning walk before exploring Brecon town itself - the cathedral and riverside walks there are worth half a day. Cwmdu Campsite and Cefn Cantref are also within easy driving distance if you're basing yourself at either of those.
Walkers wanting something less crowded than the Pen y Fan routes will appreciate Craig Danywenallt. It lacks the tourist infrastructure of bigger peaks, which is precisely why it's worth doing.
The summit itself isn't dramatic - no trig point or cairn to mark the top, just the feeling of having gained height and the panorama that comes with it. The terrain is typical Powys moorland: open grassland with patches of gorse, underfoot can be muddy after rain so boots matter. Allow a couple of hours return if you're not rushing, longer if you're stopping to take photos or eat a packed lunch at the top.
This works brilliantly as part of a wider Brecon Beacons holiday. Pencelli Castle Caravan & Camping Park sits just down the road (2.4 miles away), and the location puts you close enough to tackle this as a morning walk before exploring Brecon town itself - the cathedral and riverside walks there are worth half a day. Cwmdu Campsite and Cefn Cantref are also within easy driving distance if you're basing yourself at either of those.
Walkers wanting something less crowded than the Pen y Fan routes will appreciate Craig Danywenallt. It lacks the tourist infrastructure of bigger peaks, which is precisely why it's worth doing.
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What type of attraction is Craig Danywenallt?
Craig Danywenallt is a peak in Powys, Mid Wales.
Are there holiday parks near Craig Danywenallt?
Yes, there are 3 holiday parks near Craig Danywenallt. The closest is Pencelli Castle Caravan & Camping Park, just 2.4 miles away, rated 4.8 out of 5 by visitors. Other options include Cwmdu Campsite and Cefn Cantref Campsite.
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What else is there to do near Craig Danywenallt?
Near Craig Danywenallt you can also visit Pen-y-commin (peak), Pentwyn (peak), Drostre Wood Nature Reserve (landmark), Y Byddwn (landmark). Browse our Brecon area guide for the full list of things to do.