Walking

Our path network provides excellent linkages between the local villages of Treharris, Trelewis, Nelson and Bedlinog.  They are well used by walkers, dog owners and walking groups. 

Walkers looking for more of a challenge can link up to the Taff Trail, which runs between Cardiff and Brecon, or can join the historic Trevithick Trail, which extends from Tramroad, Merthyr Tydfil to Navigation, Abercynon.

Cycling

There are a number of cycle routes within the Park, which link to both the local area and the national cycle network.  The Celtic Trail runs through the park, allowing access to the Summit Centre to the north and access to the Taff and Trevithick Trails to the south.

Horse Riding

A bridle way runs through the length of the park and is clearly marked.

Nordic Walking

Nordic walking involves walking using specially designed poles and is an excellent way of keeping fit.  Walking with poles burns 46% more calories compared to regular walking, releases tension in the back and shoulders, strengthens back and abdominal muscles and reduces impact on joints.

The Nordic walking group meet once a week for a trainer led session and is completely free of charge.  For more information and to book yourself in for a session, contact trainer Ed on 01495 224286.

Football

Trelewis Football Club play their home matches on the park and use the pavilion changing facilities for their matches.

Fitness

Fitness enthusiasts are well catered for on the park.  The "trim trail" is a collection of steel exercise stations located around the edge of the football pitch and is available to all users.  This area, and the surrounding pathway, is used weekly for a fitness class run by Communities First.  For more information contact Bernard Humphries on 01443 710821.

Canoeing

Aberfan Canoe Club use the lake regularly for training and polo matches.  The club has a strong local presence and has had much success.  A number of members from the current squad have won international canoe polo gold medals.  For more information contact club chairman Colin Fenn, on 01443 410066 or 07977546550. 

Fishing

Taff Bargoed Angling Club have their own lodge on the park, which is manned 9am-1pm.  The angling club run competitions and events and have excellent facilities for disabled fishermen. In the coming year, the club will host an international fly fishing competition, a great honour for the park.

Contact the club direct on 01443 414988, e-mail taffbargoed@btinternet.com or visit their website https://sites.google.com/site/taffbargoedfishingclub/home .

Climbing Wall

The Summit Centre re-opened towards the end of 2010, which contains the largest indoor climbing wall in Wales.  Now run by Rock UK, this attraction is available to users of all abilities, offering taster and refresher courses, as well as birthday parties.   For more information contact the Summit Centre on 0844 8000222 or email summit.centre@rockuk.org