Coed y Brain
Mountain in Wales · 256 m
The hike up Coed y Brain
The route starts at Gregynog overflow car park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Coed y Brain?
Coed y Brain is 256 m above sea level and lies in Wales. Its prominence is 30 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Coed y Brain?
From Gregynog overflow car park it is about 3.4 km one way with 121 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 42 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Coed y Brain?
The nearest parking is Gregynog overflow car park (west of the peak) — 3.4 km on foot · ↑ 121 m · about 1 h 42 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southeast of the peak (about 3.5 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Coed y Brain in Conquer?
Yes — Coed y Brain is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
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