Yes, that final one 'Clun' is impressive because (as you noted in your video) it hadn't been particularly wet recently. That is the single biggest factor which most people forget - the time to visit any waterfall is when it's been very wet, and unfortunately that's when people tend to stay at home. I once saw Hardrath Force after a period of turbulent weather. It was the closest I've ever seen in this country to Niagara Falls (and I've been everywhere). Almost frightening - one slip in the viewpoint scramble and I would have been a 'gonner'. So, do go to South Wales, but if you're going in the heat of summer, go to its beautiful sand beaches instead. And after it's been raining, and preferably hard, go again to these waterfalls.
I've done this walk many times after a heavy rain, you get soaked just walking up to Scyd Y Eiira from the spray, let alone walking behind it, it's breathtaking when it's in full flow, the sound is deafening.
This is perfect. I'm doing this walk soon, made all the more easy with your knowledge. Putting on screen the maps and where to park is also really helpful. Thank you.
I just went to wales 2 weeks ago and totally loved it. Don't forget to check Dare Valley ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-w8PzFU5Hscs.html it was beautiful.
Absolute hero, thank you so much for this video, it was so helpful and made the hike way less stressful. Confirmed those are bastard steps, we can now see why! Thanks again 🙂
Loved your video and amazing edits Chris! Wales is on my to do list of activities/adventures to do and your video hike guide of the four waterfalls is very very useful before going!
shwmae! I just found your channel and love your camera work! awesome footage! drone through the falls? epic! awesome that you seemed to have the falls to yourself, it's always been manic when we've gone. 😅😅
It is a fantastic and very informative video Chris. Great job. I am thinking to go there. Probably there are more water on waterfalls - more rain recently and more slippery I suppose. But I would love to go there at the autumn time.
Wow this looks amaaaaazing and has just gotten me so so excited for my adventure here next weekend. Can I ask you how long in total it took you please?
Great and interesting video. I must admit I usually park at Porth yr Orgof, so if I've got anyone there with me who've never been there before, we can check out the cave, walk passed the Blue Pool and if it's early enough or later in the day, have a quick (skinny) dip. Also, above Sgwd yr Eira (yes mate your Welsh needs a little work lol) is great for wild swimming.
Great video Chris! My wife and I followed your route, and even tried climbing a steep route from Sgwd Isaf Clun-Gwyn as we heard it was a short cut onto the main route. But we backed out from the steep ascend a few seconds. Do you have a clip of the walk from the bottom of Sgwd Isaf Clun-gwyn back onto the red route?
It's a wonderful place. Please wear good shoes, like hiking shoes. And if the weather was wet or is wet, the path to the 2nd, 3rd and 4th waterfalls can be slippery. Mind your steps and don't risk! By the way, there are no toilets near the waterfalls. There is one with the Cafe near the 1st waterfall, Sgwd Clun-Gwyn. You will be charged 2.5GBP for using the mobile toilet or you buy a drink and get free use of the toilet.
Great walk through of this epic walk Chris but with all due respect at 0:35 you said the walk was suitable for all ages and suitabilities.... - seeing you panting hard after coming back up from yr Eira I would re evaluate that to be honest. I have done the walk many times and there wasn't steps there when I 1st did it but I have never found it an easy walk - the ground in lots of places is uneven and and in times of rain can be lethal under foot. Great filming of this place though. atb Alan
Hi thanku for the epic video! Quick question… dont think ul answer me on time but hey-ho! Im going to visit Sgwd yr Eira (waterfall no.2) only. So im trying to figure out which carpark is best (shortest/easiest) to take me direct to only that waterfall and back to carpark again! Checking google maps, it says Cwm Porth car park is the shortest direct walk to Sgwd yr Eira (37 mins-probbly 50 mins for me!), and the one you are recommending on ur blog it shows on google maps 1hr 25mins walk…. Anyway..we shall decide tomorrow…
Hello Chris, great video. Was wondering how long this trek took you to do for both going and coming altogether? I'm planning a trip to this waterfall walk on Friday this week.
These videos are really helpful! I'm planning a trip over in mid-May and intending to do at least most of this walk. I've seen elsewhere a recommendation for a path from the village of Penderyn (bonus: visit the distillery!) Have you done the approach from that end?
Thank you so much for the vlog, I'm intending on staying in this area in November. Is it all right to take your dog on this walk? Again thank you for the vlog, for someone who hasn't been before, I found your instructions clear and as a lone traveller feel more assured from watching it. It's a thumbs up from me.
We love your videos! It’s short, informative and doesn’t involve all the youtube crap most people have! Lol What is the post code for this car park please?
I tried to go there about ten years ago but I got lost and had to go back to the town where I was staying, because it was getting late and I never made It to the park. It was my birthday.
Great walk including a great waterfall... but 100% NOT suitable for all abilities. Some steepness in places and steps down to Sgwd Yr Eira could be problematic for some. Allow time for plenty of stops and patience if you think you could struggle.
Excellent blog how long would you say it would take to get round all four waterfalls as we are coming on holiday and Jim / would we be able to do it in one day and
