The Pen Pych Waterfall Walk In The Rhondda (I’ve Been Missing Out!) - Best Kept Secrets Of Wales

Pen Pych waterfall in the Rhondda Valley South Wales. One of the many beautiful secret spots in Wales. Unless you are local, most people drive past these locations and miss out on some spectacular Welsh scenery. So here’s another great Walk In Wales which isn’t too long.
Pen Pych can be found towards the top of the Rhondda Fawr Valley not far from Treorchy near Blaenrhondda and Blaencwm. There is free car parking at Pen Pych Forest Car Park which you can easily find on Google Maps.
The walk from the car park to Pen Pych waterfalls is about a 3-mile return trip and it is not that much further to the top of the Pen-Pych Mountain which gives you great views down the Rhondda Valley.
You can extend the walk around the ridgeway of the valley and back down to the village which is just over 6 miles in total. This shows you some more secret spots and undiscovered Wales well off the usual tourist paths of the Brecon Beacons, which can be crowded.
So next time you are heading up to the Brecon Beacons it may be worth stopping off at some of these secret Welsh beauty spots.
‘The Pen Pych Waterfall Walk - Best Kept Secrets Of Wales’ - Filmed November 2021
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[@flydriveexplore]

Another waterfall walk - kzbin.info/www/bejne/kHjGioamf8mnntU

[@jeffreythomas8730]

The Rhondda Valleys are both beautiful with plenty of lovely walks. They are all quiet, but when you do meet people, be prepared to spend anything from ten minutes to an hour to have a chat, as most people are so friendly. I have lived here for several years now, and have never met such lovely people. Great video, but don't tell anyone else about our hidden gems!

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks - I'll try to keep the secret 🤫

[@TheSithari7]

I'm local to here, Caerphilly born and bred. I've heard of the waterfall but never been there myself. It looks absolutely stunning, may have to take a trip there! There is a small but very pretty waterfall in St Gwynno forestry. Worth a visit too. As you drive up the rhigos mountain road there are quite a few waterfalls dotted along the road sides. Wales is blessed with such magical scenery

[@flydriveexplore]

It really is!

[@NeathVideos]

I’m a member of the TUnnel society,as far as I know they are still waiting to be granted full ownership of the tunnel,and then hopefully they can start digging out the entrances. The tunnel is in fantastic condition internally. They have a website you can visit also

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks for the info. It sounds a great project and it will be good to see it open again.

[@seanjamescameron]

I grew up amongst those mountains and waterfalls, you should see the place after the snow. Back in the 70s there were no fur trees on the mountain and up until the 80s that large waterfall you saw would often freeze over and men from Cardiff would come up and climb the frozen falls. There is also a place called Fairy Falls but you will never find it because it’s hidden by the side of the large green field. I used to love walking up Pen Pych on a misty day and as you walked higher you walked out of the mist and into the sunshine. Thank you for this video. Been in London for 20 years and need to return. If you see any daffodils on the mountain that’s because of me and my cousin who planted loads on the side of the walks. Before the official walk up to the top there is an old sheep path which we used to get to the top.

[@flydriveexplore]

Glad it brought back some memories. I think I'll take another trip up there in the winter to see the difference. Despite the footpath, it is still quiet around there.

[@seanjamescameron]

@@flydriveexplore I'm now living back in the shadow of Pen Pych, only takes me 5 mins and I'm on the mountain. Your video was the push I needed to leave London after 22 years. Thanks.

[@flydriveexplore]

@@seanjamescameron Hopefully you're glad you've returned. It is a beautiful area.

[@dscobellusa]

What heart-stopping beauty. Vibrant is an apt word. I would love to come to Wales, but fear it is not to be. Thank you!

[@flydriveexplore]

Our pleasure

[@michellebruce5092]

Great video I enjoyed it can't wait to see more soon have a great day 😀

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks

[@catherinelodwick2217]

That’s so lovely, wales has some pretty awesome secret areas with waterfalls. I’ve heard there’s some up near cwm Gwrach near Neath. Keep up the great videos

[@flydriveexplore]

Yes, the Neath Valley has many beautiful waterfalls. I'm sure there are some secret ones worth tracking down.

[@TheSockWomble]

Love Wales North and South spent lots of weekends there years ago. Now in Cornwall of Irish descent both sides but born in London ! No surprise here love the outdoors great footage 👍

[@andycoles4588]

Nice one Marcus, great vlog. 👍 Lived in South Wales all my life and never realised this scenic location existed! Stunning area and probably even better on a sunny day with the autumnal colours. Thanks for posting 👍 🤩

[@flydriveexplore]

Glad you enjoyed. Although, getting a sunny day can be tricky in Wales 👍 Like you, I didn't know about it until I saw it pop up on Google Maps when we driving nearby.

[@OurWorldForYou]

Beautiful video Marcus. Wonderful countryside, stunning views and excellent editing as always.

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks, I'm amazed how many people, even relative locals don't know about this spot.

[@OurWorldForYou]

@@flydriveexplore It's often the case, looking forward to more hidden gems in South Wales.

[@lcook0825]

Absolutely beautiful scenery. Thank you for a great video.

[@flydriveexplore]

Many thanks!

[@David_Nurse]

Well done Marcus, Another great video on one of our hidden secrets. Didn't know about this one. What a great place. Thank you.

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks, I hadn't heard of it either. It's only 3 miles from Treorchy and quite easy to get to.

[@dscobellusa]

I just came across your channel and subscribed today. This walk is one of the most beautiful I've seen, and I hike and watch a lot of hiking videos. You do a great job narrating and taking video even in the rain. Love your wry humor and knowledge of history. Thanks for the great entertainment. I've not seen much about Wales in the past, so I'm learning new things from you.

[@flydriveexplore]

Wales is often overlooked by visitors even though Cardiff and South Wales is just over 2 hours from London

[@Sanddancer1]

on the strength of this video i am going to these waterfalls today and thankfully the skies clearing thanks for your fun and informative videos !

[@flydriveexplore]

Hope you enjoy!

[@Sanddancer1]

i did i sat up there nigh on an hour was amazing to look to the lwft and see i was parallell with the coulds

[@BikeThrottleOfficial]

You’re fitter than you look! 😋 A good walk and worth it for the private waterfall at the top, didn’t see a soul top to bottom today. Good ankle support recommended for the descent

[@flydriveexplore]

Yep, it is very quiet there. I need to get a lighter weight camera bag and tripod for these trips.

[@mancuniamancunia9212]

Grew up around here. Beautiful place.

[@flydriveexplore]

It is

[@chrisdavies3572]

This was my playground as a kid.

[@monkeh86]

I’m moving to Tynewydd soon which is right next to this, so I’ll have it on my doorstep, can’t wait 😀. Lovely camerawork in your video as well!

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks. A very nice place to live.

[@iamearthbornami]

Truly magnificent.Thank you so much for sharing with us...

[@flydriveexplore]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lisabarrance9705]

Thank you

[@vickygingell3327]

Just been for a walk up here today and it was absolutely stunning. Thanks for the inside info on this hidden gem Marcus.

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks, was there much water flowing?

[@vickygingell3327]

@@flydriveexploreIt was flowing really well. Son managed to climb a bit behind the waterfall and got a video.

[@Welshrugbyfan101]

Thanks for a nice find. Great video.

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks for watching!

[@Sanddancer1]

this is brilliant i love your videos you show the history and how to navigate the walks very well i am going to this waterfall this saturday the start of my fortnight annual leave ! train to treherbert then walk up then walk all the way down past treorchy etc to the bottom

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks - Hope the weather is OK for you, have a good time.

[@amydavies1315]

Its not a shame..sometimes its good to have some quiet places!!

[@brennanceltic]

Got PenPych and the waterfall in full view from my bedroom window. Pity I can't add pictures on here.

[@flydriveexplore]

Great view

[@DC245100]

Amazing video

[@flydriveexplore]

Cheers 👍

[@ginge7945]

Thanks for that, i always enjoy your videos. Looking forward to seeing many many more.

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks

[@INSPIRINGTRIPS]

Very nice Video 👍🔥

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks 👍

[@raybeaumont7670]

One of my favourite walks Marcus. I'm not fit enough to reach the summit of Pen Pych these days, but I can reach the top falls on a good day. Look for "Rhondda Tunnel Society" for info on progress of opening up the old rail tunnel. It will be a great local tourist attraction if they succeed. All the best - hwyl fawr.

[@flydriveexplore]

It was a great walk. Yes, it it would be good if they reopen that tunnel as an attraction.

[@barrycrump6189]

That was lovely. I really appreciate these trips where you take us to out-of-the-way places. The shots of the waterfall at around 07' 39'' were absolutely spectacular. You seemed to have this magical place all to yourself. Which day of the week did you visit? I ask because I hate crowds of people, especially loud mothers and their screaming kids.

[@flydriveexplore]

Thanks. This was midday on a Thursday.

[@hodderpaul]

Ambulance-lucky to get one

[@hywelprice9201]

Green Nigel was their alternative to Blue Peter. Played be David Rapaport, if I remember correctly.

[@flydriveexplore]

I remember it but didn't know the actors name, thanks.

[@hywelprice9201]

Great video by the way

[@flydriveexplore]

@@hywelprice9201 Cheers

[@NatSatFat]

Great vid, no idea of route you took or where the waterfall is (nothing I can make out on the OS map, any chance you can map your route and where the waterfall actually is?

[@flydriveexplore]

Here is the car park 51°40'49.0"N 3°33'28.7"W This link shows the path from the car park coordinates-converter.com/en/decimal/51.680758,-3.556700?karte=OpenStreetMap&zoom=16

[@SuperBC10]

It's such an easy to follow path from Pen Pych car park and once you get to Blaencwm you won't get lost. There's nowhere else to go apart from back down the valley.

[@pauljones1350]

Wow an adventurer out in the wilds can you feel it comes natural to you,thought you would have a little iam a celebrity shower to refresh yourself get some smaller biscuits or some Kendall mint cake mountain man

[@flydriveexplore]

I solved the biscuit situation. I broke it in half.

[@CelticGod]

That's just over the Rhycos isn't it. Pity you didn't show the veiw from the top.

[@flydriveexplore]

I did go to the top of Pen Pych, this mountain is near Bleancwm before you get to the Rhigos when driving from the south

[@sudhatalluru]

Thank you