Section 26 of 84, Wales Coast Path
Trefor to Dinas Dinlle
10.5 miles (16.9 km). About 3½ hours, moderate.
Start: SH 368 466. Finish: SH 436 566. OS grid.
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Warning: Diversion in place. Part of this route is closed or diverted for now. The Wales Coast Path site (updated 22 September 2026) lists temporary diversions in several places, many until further notice, including landslides at Porthdinllaen in Gwynedd and Porth Swtan, Llanfaethlu and Lligwy on Anglesey. Neath Port Talbot Council says the path around Baglan, Briton Ferry and Sandfields West has been closed since 2023 because of sinkholes and the agreed diversion stays in place. Check the official diversions page before setting out. Source: walescoastpath.gov.uk.
Up and down
About 167 m of climbing and 215 m of descent; highest point 65 m.
Getting there
The section starts at Trefor.
- Bus stops
- Crossroads, 470 m from the start. Directions SH 372 467Bus stop, 570 m from the start. Directions SH 373 466Bus stop, 650 m from the start. Directions SH 374 468
- Car parks
- Trefor (free), 320 m from the start. Directions SH 371 466Car park, 560 m from the start. Directions SH 373 466Car park, 790 m from the start. Directions SH 375 469
Getting back
The section finishes at Dinas Dinlle. Stations and bus stops near the finish:
- Bus stop
- Plas Tan Dinas, 410 m from the finish. Directions SH 438 563
Planning the Wales Coast Path
- Planning the whole trail: walescoastpath.gov.uk.
- Baggage transfer: the services listed for the trail.
What to expect
Underfoot: paved or flagged 86%, grass 11%.
About 35% on roads with traffic.
On the way: 2 kissing gates, 1 gate.
Steepest climb: about 35 m in a kilometre (1 in 29), starting 1.5 miles in.
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