Llyn y Fan Fach
A glacial lake beneath the sheer cliffs of the western Black Mountains, home of the legend of a lake fairy, with a spectacular ridge walk above it.
The lake lies at the westernmost point of the national park, in the Black Mountains, with red sandstone cliffs behind it. From a car park near Llanddeusant, follow the water company's gravel track uphill for about 3 km to reach the lake. You can continue up the ridge and walk along the cliff edge to Fan Brycheiniog and Llyn y Fan Fawr, a loop of about 12 km. Legend tells of a lake fairy who married a local farmer, a story still told in Welsh folklore. The area is remote with no mobile signal, so bring plenty of supplies.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Dan-yr-Ogof Caves (National Showcaves Centre for Wales)
- Craig-y-Nos Castle & Country Park
- Black Mountain Pass (A4069)
- Henrhyd Falls
- Carreg Cennen Castle
- Porth yr Ogof
- Waterfall Country & Sgwd yr Eira
- Waterfall Country (Four Falls Trail & Sgwd yr Eira)