Near Llangadog, Carmarthenshire, Wales (SA19 9UN).
Picws Du
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Why it's Wildland
6.2Picws Du is a summit walk with a striking companion: the route described by HiiKER pairs the peak with Llyn y Fan Fach, making the mountain and lake part of one outing.
The appeal here is the combination of a mountain summit and a nearby lake, experienced on foot rather than from a roadside stop. A mapped loop gives the visit shape, but the exposed upland setting calls for preparation and suitable conditions.
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The experience
A mountain walk combining the summit of Picws Du with views of Llyn y Fan Fach. A route listed from near Llanddeusant is 8.4 km, takes about 2 hours 26 minutes and is graded medium; allow extra time for stops and changing conditions.
Things to do
Walk the Picws Du and Llyn y Fan Fach loop
Follow the published loop from near Llanddeusant, combining the summit with the nearby lake. The route is listed as medium difficulty; check the route and conditions before departure.
About 2 hours 26 minutes, plus stops
Take in the summit views
Reach Picws Du as part of the walk and pause to look across the surrounding upland landscape. Visibility and conditions will affect what can be seen.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · About 2 hours 26 minutes walking; allow additional time for stops.
Summit and lake loop
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Start near Llanddeusant on the sourced loop.
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Walk the 8.4 km route to Picws Du and Llyn y Fan Fach.
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Return on the loop, allowing for 463 m of ascent and mountain conditions.
When to go
· No specific time of day is established by the supplied sources. Prioritise a suitable forecast and visibility.
The supplied sources provide route information but no reliable seasonal guidance.
Mountain weather and visibility can change the experience. Check the forecast and current conditions before setting out; do not rely on summit conditions matching those at the start.
The route
- ascent
- 463 m
- distance
- 8.4 km
- duration
- About 2 hours 26 minutes
- difficulty
- Medium
- route shape
- Loop
- start point
- Near Llanddeusant, Carmarthenshire
- parking start
- Check before visiting; parking details are not confirmed in the supplied sources.
- Picws Du summit
- Llyn y Fan Fach
Worth pairing with
Llyn y Fan Fach
Pair the summit with the lake on the sourced Picws Du and Llyn y Fan Fach loop from near Llanddeusant.
What to look for
Look for the changing relationship between the summit and Llyn y Fan Fach as the route gains height. The supplied sources do not verify particular geological, historical or wildlife features to seek out.
Best time to go
No season-specific information is confirmed in the supplied sources. Check the forecast and mountain conditions before choosing a day.
Choose a day with a suitable mountain forecast and enough visibility to enjoy the views. Exact seasonal or time-of-day recommendations are not confirmed in the supplied sources.
How long to spend
Half day
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Practical information
Opening & access
A mountain summit reached on foot. A published route from near Llanddeusant includes Picws Du and Llyn y Fan Fach; check current access, route conditions and parking before setting out. Access arrangements are unconfirmed. Check before visiting; do not enter private land or restricted structures.
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Parking
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Toilets
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Food & drink
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Dogs
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Accessibility
The sourced route is graded medium and gains 463 m. It is a mountain hike, not an accessible short stroll; check current conditions and whether the route suits your ability.
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