Walking in the Brecon Beacons & Black Mountains

Cwmdu Campsite is perfectly placed for exploring some of the best walking routes in the Black Mountains and wider Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. From gentle countryside walks and riverside routes to challenging mountain days, you’ll find a wide variety of walks to enjoy directly from the campsite or within a short drive.

Several routes begin from or pass close to Cwmdu, making it easy to leave the car behind and head straight into the surrounding hills. Walkers can follow sections of the Beacons Way, climb nearby peaks including Pen Allt-mawr and Pen Cerrig-calch, walk across the mountains towards Crickhowell, or explore quieter paths towards Tretower and the Usk Valley.

On this page, we have brought together our favourite local walks near Cwmdu Campsite, with routes suitable for different abilities and experience levels. Each walk links to a more detailed guide where available, including route information, distances, difficulty and useful local tips to help you plan your day in the Black Mountains.

Read our walks by clicking the links!!!

Walks directly from Cwmdu Campsite

As we are surrounded by beautiful mountains, we thought we would share with you some local walks. These walks can all be done from our campsite in the Brecon Beacons. The walks are categorised by their steepness and duration, so take a look and enjoy whichever walk you fancy!

Easy Walks

We are surrounded by beautiful and safe country lanes and fields, that are perfect for children and tired legs

Moderate Walks

Our selection of moderate walks offer fantastic views with a bit more of a challenge, however they aren't quite as long and steep as our main mountain walks

Strenuous Walks

Here are the big, beautiful and rewarding mountain walks that provide a good day of walking and exploring

More walks within a short drive

If you are happy to travel a little further, there are plenty of excellent walks within easy reach of Cwmdu Campsite. From iconic peaks such as Pen y Fan and Table Mountain to quieter routes like Skirrid Fawr, these walks are ideal for exploring more of Bannau Brycheiniog and the surrounding area.

Pen-Y-Fan

Looking for the best Pen y Fan walk during your stay at Cwmdu Campsite? Whether you’re an experienced hill walker or planning your first mountain adventure, climbing Pen y Fan is one of the most rewarding things to do while camping in the Brecon Beacons.

Table Mountain

The Table Mountain walk starts from the charming town of Crickhowell, winding gently uphill to a flat-topped summit that inspired its name. The climb is steady and achievable for most abilities, making it ideal for families, couples, and solo walkers alike.

Skirrid Mountain Walk

If you’re searching for a short yet rewarding walk during your stay at Cwmdu Campsite, the Skirrid Mountain Walk near Abergavenny is a perfect choice. Located just 20 minutes from the campsite, this trail combines breathtaking views, peaceful paths, and an achievable climb suitable for all abilities.

Our favourite walks in the Black Mountains

Walk	Difficulty	From campsite?	Guide
Three Pens of Cwmdu	Strenuous	Yes	Read the walk
Pen Tir & Mynydd Llangorse Horseshoe	Moderate	Yes/nearby	Read the walk
Cwmdu to Crickhowell via the mountains	Moderate	Yes	Read the walk
Waun Fach & Dragon’s Back	Strenuous	Short drive	Read the walk
Table Mountain, Crickhowell	Moderate	Short drive	Read the walk
Tretower Loop	Easy–Moderate	Yes	Read the walk