About

Dyfnant and Vyrnwy Forests are located in north Powys, a part of Mid Wales renowned for its rolling hills, green valleys and picturesque farmsteads and villages. Owain Glyndwr, the Welsh Prince who fought for Welsh independence and united Wales, once rode these hills. Dyfnant Forest itself is an upland coniferous (trees with cones) forest with open areas and streams for you to enjoy. 

Dyfnant Rainbow Trails
Dyfnant Forest is home to the Dyfnant Rainbow Trails, designed with horses in mind but also welcoming walkers. There are nearly 100 miles of tracks and trails with five horse riding trails and three carriage driving trails in Dyfnant Forest starting from the Penyffordd Car Park. The trails through rolling hills and lush green valleys range from the easiest which is the 5 mile Banwy Trot or, for the more experienced, two 16 milers for a full day's ride.

Penyffordd Car Park is purpose built with a one way system that allows drivers of horse boxes a roll in roll out system. There is ample parking for horse trailers and cars as well as a corral for horses. Carriage driving trails in the Dyfnant Forest start from Hendre Car Park just before Pont Llogel Wood. The trails are waymarked and range from an easy trot to challenging 16-mile routes for more experienced riders wanting full-day rides:

Melangell Horse Riding Trail (7 miles, 11 kilometres)
Follow in the footsteps of St. Melangell with a view of the craggy hill of Allt Dolanog.

Cae Penfras Horse Riding Trail (6 miles, 10 kilometres)
Take in some amazing views of the Vyrnwy valley.

Cwm Bach Horse Riding Trail (16 miles, 26 kilometres)
Trot along part of Glyndwr’s Way national trail with impressive views of the Conwy valley.

Banw Horse Riding Trail (5 miles, 8 kilometres)
Enjoy excellent views of the Banw valley on this trail suitable for novice riders.

Cerrig yr Helfa Horse Riding Trail (16 miles, 26 kilometres)
The trail leads past the Cerrig yr Helfa hunting stones and gives lovely views over the Arran and Berwyn mountains.