Dog Friendly Walks in Powys
9 dog friendly walks across Powys, reviewed by dog owners. Find routes with off-lead potential, manageable terrain, and places where your dog is genuinely welcome.
Cribarth (The Sleeping Giant)
Powys
Excellent off-lead moorland walking with no livestock concerns and fascinating industrial history; Craig-y-Nos Country Park adds good facilities at the doorstep.
Craig y Cilau and Llangattock Escarpment
Powys
A dog friendly walk along the dramatic Llangattock Escarpment to the limestone cliffs and old quarries of Craig y Cilau Nature Reserve, with stunning views over the Usk Valley.
Pen y Fan from the Neuadd Reservoir
Powys
A spectacular dog friendly horseshoe taking in the four highest peaks of the Bannau Brycheiniog from a quieter southern start point.
Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfall and Berwyn Ridge Walk
Powys
A demanding dog friendly mountain walk from the tallest single drop waterfall in Wales onto the wild Berwyn ridge and back.
Sgwd yr Eira Waterfall Walk, Brecon Beacons
Powys
A dog friendly waterfall walk in Bannau Brycheiniog Waterfall Country, with the unique experience of walking behind the cascading curtain of Sgwd yr Eira.
Brecon Beacons: Waun Fach and Pen y Gadair Fawr
Powys
A long, demanding Black Mountains horseshoe over two of the highest peaks in the range, a dog friendly mountain walk on remote and often boggy ground.
Four Waterfalls Walk (Ystradfellte)
Powys
Four spectacular waterfalls in a magical limestone valley with abundant water access; slippery paths near the falls and sheep in adjacent fields require care.
The Dragon’s Back (Y Grib)
Powys
Atmospheric ridge walking with good off-lead potential on the open plateaus, though narrow sections and real weather exposure require planning and close control.
Pen y Fan and Corn Du
Powys
The highest peak in South Wales delivers genuine mountain atmosphere but congestion on busy days, sheep on lower slopes and scarce ridge water limit the dog-friendliness.