Follow the Afan riverside along the former canal and return along a disused mineral railway track. This is a flat route almost all the way, along woodland paths and on forest roads. Watch out for cyclists when returning on the forest road/cycleway. Steep descent back down.

Distance: 2.5miles / 4km

Approximate Time: 1.5 hours

Start Location: Rhyslyn car park

Difficulty: Moderate

For downloadable walking trail information and for details of diversions and closures that could affect this trail, please visit the Natural Resources Wales walking trail section.