Pistyll Rhaeadr

Pistyll Rhaeadr is a waterfall in Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, Wales, that descends 240 feet (73 meters) through three distinct stages. The water cuts through the dark rock face of the Berwyn Mountains, forming a narrow white ribbon against the stone.

Records from 1833 document the site as a natural boundary marker between Welsh kingdoms. This geographic position later made it a defensive point during regional conflicts.

The Welsh name translates directly to „spout of Rhaeadr,

A maintained path leads from the car park to the viewing platform at the base of the falls. Additional platforms sit at different elevations along the trail, offering changing perspectives on the descent.

During severe winters, the falls freeze partially, forming large ice columns that temporarily cling to the stages. These ice formations alter the appearance of the three-tier descent until temperatures rise again.

Location: Powys

GPS coordinates: 52.85510,-3.37879

Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:48