About this road
A single-track mountain road from Llanwrtyd Wells to Tregaron through Abergwesyn, following an old drovers' route over remote moorland and forestry. It includes the Devil's Staircase, a steep series of hairpins.
Ride notes
- Single track with passing places
- Very steep hairpins at the Devil's Staircase
- Forestry vehicles
- No fuel or signal for long stretches
Green lanes near this road
1 named lane open to motorcycles* within 5 km, about 8.6 km of riding, plus 17 unnamed sections you can see on the Holloway map. Worth tying into a day on this road if you're on a bike that can take them.
- Strata FloridaBOATon the road
*Based on each lane's recorded designation. Legal status changes, so check each lane's current status on the Holloway map and the signs before you ride.
Fuel along the way
- Oil4Wales0.2 km in
- Oil4Wales29 km in
Distances are measured from the Llanwrtyd Wells end. Stations can close or keep short hours, especially in remote areas.
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The full line of the road as a GPX file, for a sat nav or phone app. Free to download.
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More scenic roads nearby
- Elan Valley road14 km away
- Cwmystwyth Mountain Road20 km away
- A44 Rhayader to Aberystwyth28 km away
An ordinary public road: follow the signs, speed limits and any temporary closures. Road and weather conditions change, especially on high and remote roads.