Afan Forest Park

Afan Forest Park is one of Britain’s iconic mountain bike destinations and a popular place for walking.

The forest park is situated in the Afan Valley, a former coal mining valley near Port Talbot.

It is easy to find from the M4 and you can discover some of the valley’s heritage features along the waymarked trails.

There are several car parks within the forest park with walking trails from short riverside strolls to longer walks with views, and mountain bike trails suitable for beginners to experienced riders.

Afan Forest Park Visitor Centre is the main starting point to explore the forest park with a choice of waymarked walking trails. The mountain bike trails range from easy trails for families and beginners to challenging and long routes for experienced riders.

Rhyslyn car park and picnic site near the village of Pontrhydyfen has walking trails, including a short riverside route, and a choice of mountain biking trails.

Glyncorrwg Mountain Bike Centre is a few miles from the visitor centre car park and is the starting point for waymarked mountain bike trails of various lengths.

Gyfylchi is home to Afan Skills Park for proficient mountain bike riders. You can also set off on some walking trails from the parking area here.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Please read the information panel at the start of the trails to make sure you pick a trail that’s right for you.

This site is managed by Natural Resources Wales.

For full details about the visitor facilities (including any temporary changes or closures) please go to the Natural Resources Wales website.