We visited Henrhyd Falls. This is the waterfall featured in *The Dark Knight Rises*, where Batman emerges from the underground Batcave. It is also one of the most impressive waterfalls in South Wales. What makes it special is that you can actually walk behind the waterfall and view it from the inside, standing beneath the curtain of water as it crashes down in front of you.
Henrhyd Falls
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27m
Waterfall height
Plan your visit to Henrhyd Falls
Please verify on the official website before you go
Why is Henrhyd Falls famous?
Henrhyd Falls is the tallest waterfall in the Brecon Beacons National Park at 27 metres and gained fame as a filming location for The Dark Knight Rises (2012), doubling as the entrance to the Batcave. The falls is also notable for the path that allows visitors to walk behind the cascade.
Can you swim at Henrhyd Falls?
No — swimming is not permitted at Henrhyd Falls due to safety concerns and cold water. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Are dogs allowed at Henrhyd Falls?
Dogs allowed on-lead on trails. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Is Henrhyd Falls free? Do you need a permit?
Free to visit. National Trust members and non-members both have free access. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Is there parking at Henrhyd Falls?
Free National Trust car park available at the site with limited spaces (approximately 10–15 cars). The waterfall is a short walk from the car park. Please verify on the official website before you go.
How long is the hike to Henrhyd Falls?
About 400 metres / 0.25 miles one-way from the car park to the falls viewing area, taking approximately 10 minutes. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Henrhyd Falls hike difficulty
Easy to Moderate — short woodland path with some uneven terrain, tree roots, and steps descending to the viewing platform at the base. Can be slippery when wet. Please verify on the official website before you go.
When is the best time to visit Henrhyd Falls?
Winter and spring (November–April) for highest water flow after rainfall, though the falls flow year-round. Autumn offers beautiful foliage. Please verify on the official website before you go.
Route and trail notes for Henrhyd Falls
From the car park, follow the marked woodland path downhill through beech trees. The path descends via steps and can be muddy and slippery in wet conditions. You'll reach a viewing platform at the base of the falls where you can walk behind the curtain of water through a natural recess in the rock face.
Henrhyd Falls official website
Attractions near Henrhyd Falls
- •Sgwd Yr Eira (waterfall you can walk behind), about 8 km southeast in Waterfall Country
- •Coelbren village, approximately 3 km north with local amenities
- •Craig y Nos Country Park, around 6 km northeast with trails and picnic areas
- •Brecon Beacons National Park visitor centre in Libanus for maps and information
Safety information
Waterfalls can be unforgiving. Read these before you go — and please, use your judgement on the day.
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