What better way to spend a day than by heading out with the paddleboard and going for a relaxing paddle around a secluded lake, river, canal or in the ocean?

In Powys we are spoilt for choice when it comes to where you can go paddleboarding.

From Lake Vyrnwy up in Shropshire on the Powys border, to the picturesque Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, and everywhere in between, there are so many spots to be found perfect for paddleboarding.

So it can be hard to choose the best place to go. 

County Times: See the best spots for paddlebaording in Powys.See the best spots for paddlebaording in Powys. (Image: Canva)

If you are an experienced paddleboarder looking for a new place to go, or a novice starting out looking for somewhere to start, don't worry, AllTrails has you covered.

AllTrails is one of the most trusted and used outdoor platforms/apps in the world. 

Using their expertise and feedback from over 50 million followers, they have come up with the best-rated paddleboarding routes in south Wales.

Best places to go Paddleboarding in Powys

According to AllTrails these are the three best places to go paddleboarding in Powys:

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal: Brecon to Gilwern (Brecon)

Difficulty: Easy

Permit/licence required: Yes

Visit the AllTrails website for a paddleboarding route for Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal.

Llangorse Lake (Brecon)

Difficulty: Easy

Permit required: Prior bookings required

Visit the AllTrails website for a paddleboarding route for Llangorse Lake.

Lake Vyrnwy (Llanfyllin)

Difficulty: Easy

Permit/licence required: Prior bookings required

Visit the AllTrails website for a paddleboarding route for Lake Vyrnwy.

County Times: AllTrails recommends extensive planning before heading out Paddleboarding.AllTrails recommends extensive planning before heading out Paddleboarding. (Image: Canva)

SAFETY WARNING: AllTrails says to "ensure you have all the appropriate safety equipment and licenses before setting out". 

Most areas will require extensive planning before visiting for paddle boarding and may even require permits.

In some places, the water can get very rough during poor weather, so always check the forecast before setting out.

Some of the paddleboarding locations may also require participants to be at a particular skill level, so be sure to check the AllTrails website before setting off.