Outdoor Centres
As well as the Loops and Links Trails there are a number of other sites and places to visit for those that want a quiet stroll in the park or those a bit more daring who want to try a bit of climbing at one of Europe's best indoor climbing centers.
The Loops and Links network uses short stretches of other cycling and walking routes that run through the valleys, such as the
Taff Trail and the Cynon Trail. For those that want to explore further why not try one of the these routes, perhaps traveling as
far as the Brecon Beacons on the Taff Trail, or down to Cardiff. Or tour the Cynon Valley along the Cynon Cycle route from
Pontypridd to the base of the Brecon Beacons.
Fishing is also a hobby much enjoyed in the valleys and is possible at a number of the parks; contact Park Taff Bargoed for
further information. The park also offers canoeing for those that like to get wet, and the Daerwynno Outdoor Activity Centre can
offer a wide range of activities including climbing, orienteering, and climbing, plus the use of a bunk house for those that would
like to stay longer.
Welsh International Climbing Centre
Near Bedlinog
Merthyr Tydfil
Tel: 01443 710749
http://www.indoorclimbingwalls.co.uk
Indoor climbing on some of Europe's highest walles, plus man made caving experiences and a bunk house
Little Friends Farm
Trehafod
Pontypridd
Tel: 01443 400219
Petting zoo for all the family
Daerwynno, Outdoor Activity Centre
Ynysybwl
Near Pontypridd
Tel: 01443 790768
http://www.daerwynno.org
Activities for all, including canoeing, orienteering, climbing and team building. A bunk house is also available
Green Meadow Riding Centre
Trecynon
Aberdare
Tel: 01685 874961
Dare Valley Country Park
Trecynon
Aberdare
Tel: 01685 874672
Café and walking
Parc Taff Bargoed
Bedlinog
Near Trelewis
Tel: 01443 710610
Canoeing, fishing and cycling
Dolygaer Outdoor Activity Centre
Pontsticill
Merthyr Tydfil
Tel: 01685 721751
Garwnant Forest Visitor Centre
Near Merthyr Tydfil
Tel: 01685 723060
Café, orienteering, cycling and walking
Cyfarthfa Castle and Park
Cefn Coed y Cymmer
Merthyr Tydfil
Tel: 01685 723112
Beautiful park set in grounds of Cyfarthfa Castle and Museum