Other stuff to do - Coed Llandegla
There are 4 walking trails at Coed Llandegla.
Reservoir Walking Route
4km / 2.3miles. Time 1 Hour
This route explores the eastern end of the forest around the reservoir area, with excellent views towards Moel Famau, then descending down to areas of larch before returning to the Visitor Centre.
Black Grouse Walking Route
3.5km / 2miles. Time 1 Hour
This is a walk to the RSPB bird hide with its views towards Esclusham Mountain and Ruabon SSSI. The hide offers views of Black Grouse at certain times of the year. For more info visit
http://www.rspb.org.uk/
Intermediate Walking Route
5km / 3miles. Time 1 hour 15mins.
This walk provides a good feel for the different species and habitats in the forest. The route climbs to the upland spruce plantation, then passes through areas of heather rides where grey hens (female black grouse) may be seen, together with views towards Moel Famau, then descends down to areas of larch before returning to the Visitor Centre.
Long Walking Route
11km / 7miles. Time 2 hours 30mins.
This walk starts by sharing the climb to the spruce plantation with the Intermediate route, then the route continues to the far end of the forest. You will pass areas of the forest that have been thinned for the black grouse, and which also offer good views. The final section is again shared with the Intermediate route.
More information on these can be found here -
http://www.coedllandegla.com/trails/reservoir-walk.htm