Sightseeing
Postcode district: LL48
OS grid reference: SH588370
Post town: PENRHYNDEUDRAETH
Italian village and gardens, set next to the Dwyryd Estuary on the coast.
Open all year round from 9.30am to 7pm for day visits with reduced entry after 3.30pm.
The village has 6 restaurants and cafes, 6 shops, a spa, an information centre, an audio visual presentation and a resident artist's gallery.
Free guided tours are available from the information centre near the entrance, during our peak season.
We are Closed to the public for Christmas Day.
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Portmeirion
Postcode district: LL48
OS grid reference: SH588370
Post town: PENRHYNDEUDRAETH
Italian village and gardens, set next to the Dwyryd Estuary on the coast.
Open all year round from 9.30am to 7pm for day visits with reduced entry after 3.30pm.
The village has 6 restaurants and cafes, 6 shops, a spa, an information centre, an audio visual presentation and a resident artist's gallery.
Free guided tours are available from the information centre near the entrance, during our peak season.
We are Closed to the public for Christmas Day.
Beddgelert, Caernarfon LL55 4NE
Sygun Copper Mine is a Victorian copper mine which closed in 1903 but was renovated and reopened by the Amies family as a tourist attraction in 1986, focusing on audio-visual tours of the underground workings.
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Sygun Copper Mine
Beddgelert, Caernarfon LL55 4NE
Sygun Copper Mine is a Victorian copper mine which closed in 1903 but was renovated and reopened by the Amies family as a tourist attraction in 1986, focusing on audio-visual tours of the underground workings.
55 min (35.8 mi)
via A470 from cabins
Bodnant Garden
A world-famous garden home to National Collections and Champion Trees
Tal-y-Cafn, near Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 5RE
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National Trust - Bodnant Garden
Bodnant Road55 min (35.8 mi)
via A470 from cabins
Bodnant Garden
A world-famous garden home to National Collections and Champion Trees
Tal-y-Cafn, near Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 5RE
Activities
Fantastic fun.#
A 25 Min drive from cabins
Address:
National White Water Centre
Frongoch
Bala
Gwynedd
LL23 7NU
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Il-Centru Nazzjonali tal-Ilma Abjad - Canolfan Dŵr Gwyn Genedlaethol
Fantastic fun.#
A 25 Min drive from cabins
Address:
National White Water Centre
Frongoch
Bala
Gwynedd
LL23 7NU
Offer a range of activities:
High ropes or low ropes
Climbing Walls
Leap of faith
Abseiling
Climbing
Coaststeering
Caving
Hill walking or scrambling
Water sport
Bush crafts/ Foraging/
Orienteering/ scavenger hunts
Address:
Gilfach Ddu, Padarn Country Park, Llanberis, Gwynedd, LL55 4TY
Ropeworks Active Limited
Offer a range of activities:
High ropes or low ropes
Climbing Walls
Leap of faith
Abseiling
Climbing
Coaststeering
Caving
Hill walking or scrambling
Water sport
Bush crafts/ Foraging/
Orienteering/ scavenger hunts
Address:
Gilfach Ddu, Padarn Country Park, Llanberis, Gwynedd, LL55 4TY
Outdoor adventures individually tailored.
offering:
Coasteering
Rock climbing
kayaking
Canyoning
and many more activities.
Adrenalin Addicts
31 Cae GwastadOutdoor adventures individually tailored.
offering:
Coasteering
Rock climbing
kayaking
Canyoning
and many more activities.
Trawsfynydd Lake offers families and individuals many activities such as fishing, walking, cycling and many more.
A stunning circular trail of 8 miles around the lake, hybrid or mountain bikes are highly recommended if cycling.
BIKE HIRE available at the visitors centre near the cafe.
Address: Trawsfynydd, Blaenau Ffestiniog LL41 4SH
Trawsfynydd Lake Car Park
Trawsfynydd Lake offers families and individuals many activities such as fishing, walking, cycling and many more.
A stunning circular trail of 8 miles around the lake, hybrid or mountain bikes are highly recommended if cycling.
BIKE HIRE available at the visitors centre near the cafe.
Address: Trawsfynydd, Blaenau Ffestiniog LL41 4SH
Ultimate Sleddog |Experience.
Mynydd Sleddog Adventures is Wales' first and only outdoor activity provider, specialising in husky rides and sleddog adventures with our team of racing sled ...
Mynydd Sleddog Adventures
Ultimate Sleddog |Experience.
Mynydd Sleddog Adventures is Wales' first and only outdoor activity provider, specialising in husky rides and sleddog adventures with our team of racing sled ...
Address: Cibyn Industrial Estate, Caernarfon LL55 2BD
The biggest and best indoor climbing around.
Year-round all weather venue open every day.
Climbing for all ages from 2 to 90+.
Complete beginner to advanced level.
Expert tuition for all levels including groups.
Café with birthday party & group catering.
Plenty of free car parking.
Free WiFi.
We are open 7 days a week:
Visiting with friends or family but not climbing, or just fancy having a look around? Spectators are free to relax in the seating areas and café overlooking the climbing walls.
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Beacon Climbing Centre
Address: Cibyn Industrial Estate, Caernarfon LL55 2BD
The biggest and best indoor climbing around.
Year-round all weather venue open every day.
Climbing for all ages from 2 to 90+.
Complete beginner to advanced level.
Expert tuition for all levels including groups.
Café with birthday party & group catering.
Plenty of free car parking.
Free WiFi.
We are open 7 days a week:
Visiting with friends or family but not climbing, or just fancy having a look around? Spectators are free to relax in the seating areas and café overlooking the climbing walls.
Paintball Wales, Warrior Woods Llanddeiniolen, Gwynedd, Snowdonia, North LL55 3AX
An AMAZING day out for friends & Family
Fun – Excitement – Adrenaline – Adventure
Paintball Wales - North Wales, Snowdonia
Paintball Wales, Warrior Woods Llanddeiniolen, Gwynedd, Snowdonia, North LL55 3AX
An AMAZING day out for friends & Family
Fun – Excitement – Adrenaline – Adventure
We are based in Betws Y Coed, North Wales and offer private Bespoke & mixed adventure activities every day.
North Wales Active has now been going for over 15 years. We have a range of activities and prices advertised. If you have anything else in mind please dont hesitate to ask.
North Wales Active offers a range of adventure activies all year round including coasteering, gorge walking, canyoning, climbing, abseiling and mountain walking.
North Wales Active
Holyhead RoadWe are based in Betws Y Coed, North Wales and offer private Bespoke & mixed adventure activities every day.
North Wales Active has now been going for over 15 years. We have a range of activities and prices advertised. If you have anything else in mind please dont hesitate to ask.
North Wales Active offers a range of adventure activies all year round including coasteering, gorge walking, canyoning, climbing, abseiling and mountain walking.
Unit 2, Y Glyn, Llanberis, Caernarfon LL55 4EL
Kit Hire
Single Seat Kayaks - (includes a paddle, a buoyancy aid and a wetsuit) - £25.00 per kayak for 2 hours
Paddleboard - (includes a buoyancy aid and a wetsuit) - £25.00 per paddle board for 2 hours
Tandem Kayaks - (includes 2 paddles, 2 buoyancy aids and 2 wetsuits) - £35.00 per tandem kayak for 2 hours
XL Paddleboard - (includes up to 6 paddles, up to 6 buoyancy aids and up to 6 wet-suits) - £60.00 per XL paddleboard for 2 hours
Please note we do not rent open canoes or rowing boats.
Please consider the following points before you book any equipment.
Kayaking and paddleboarding can be physically demanding.
There are no safety patrols, life guards or instructors supervising rental customers.
Kit hire sessions are not instructor lead lessons.
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Snowdonia Watersports
Unit 2, Y Glyn, Llanberis, Caernarfon LL55 4EL
Kit Hire
Single Seat Kayaks - (includes a paddle, a buoyancy aid and a wetsuit) - £25.00 per kayak for 2 hours
Paddleboard - (includes a buoyancy aid and a wetsuit) - £25.00 per paddle board for 2 hours
Tandem Kayaks - (includes 2 paddles, 2 buoyancy aids and 2 wetsuits) - £35.00 per tandem kayak for 2 hours
XL Paddleboard - (includes up to 6 paddles, up to 6 buoyancy aids and up to 6 wet-suits) - £60.00 per XL paddleboard for 2 hours
Please note we do not rent open canoes or rowing boats.
Please consider the following points before you book any equipment.
Kayaking and paddleboarding can be physically demanding.
There are no safety patrols, life guards or instructors supervising rental customers.
Kit hire sessions are not instructor lead lessons.
Glasfryn Parc, Y ffor, Ll53 6PG
39 min (24.3 mi) from cabins
via A487 and A497
Fun filled family day out North Wales. There's something for everyone from GoKarting, Wakeboarding, Ten Pin Bowling and more...
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Glasfryn Parc
Glasfryn Parc, Y ffor, Ll53 6PG
39 min (24.3 mi) from cabins
via A487 and A497
Fun filled family day out North Wales. There's something for everyone from GoKarting, Wakeboarding, Ten Pin Bowling and more...
Zip World Penrhyn
1 hr 1 min (38.8 mi)
via A470 and A5
Penrhyn Slate Quarry, located near Bethesda in North Wales, is home to Zip World Velocity 2, the fastest zip line in the world and the longest in Europe.
Experience the Penrhyn Quarry Tour on one of our famous red trucks, or take on Velocity 2 itself!
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Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
Zip World Penrhyn
1 hr 1 min (38.8 mi)
via A470 and A5
Penrhyn Slate Quarry, located near Bethesda in North Wales, is home to Zip World Velocity 2, the fastest zip line in the world and the longest in Europe.
Experience the Penrhyn Quarry Tour on one of our famous red trucks, or take on Velocity 2 itself!
Distance from Cabins: 34min (21.9 mi)
via A470 and B4407
Zip World Fforest is a woodland setting. With adventures to keep the whole family busy all day, choose from the
Fforest Coaster, the UK’s only alpine coaster of its kind,
bouncing fun on Treetop Nets
zip line and adventure courses high in the trees on Tree Hoppers,
Zip Safari
– plus you could try Europe’s highest giant swing, Skyride, if you dare!
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Zip World Fforest
A470Distance from Cabins: 34min (21.9 mi)
via A470 and B4407
Zip World Fforest is a woodland setting. With adventures to keep the whole family busy all day, choose from the
Fforest Coaster, the UK’s only alpine coaster of its kind,
bouncing fun on Treetop Nets
zip line and adventure courses high in the trees on Tree Hoppers,
Zip Safari
– plus you could try Europe’s highest giant swing, Skyride, if you dare!
Distance from Cabins: 23 min (13.8 mi)
via A470 and B4410.
Visitors can watch fish deliveries to the nest, chicks feeding on screen and see ospreys soaring high above the valley. Knowledgeable volunteers explain the story of Glaslyn’s ospreys in a friendly environment.
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Bywyd Gwyllt Glaslyn Wildlife - Ospreys
Distance from Cabins: 23 min (13.8 mi)
via A470 and B4410.
Visitors can watch fish deliveries to the nest, chicks feeding on screen and see ospreys soaring high above the valley. Knowledgeable volunteers explain the story of Glaslyn’s ospreys in a friendly environment.
Beaches
28 min (18.9 mi)
via A470 and A496
Barmouth is southern Snowdonia’s most popular seaside resort, its big sandy beach it has miles of unbroken sands that it never gets overcrowded. There’s a picturesque harbour too, perched on the mouth of the beautiful Mawddach Estuary – fishing, sea and estuary trips depart from here. Barmouth is well located for watersports – there’s easy access to the sea via a slipway on the beach, though a craft exclusion zone is in place to protect swimmers, and there are also restrictions on dogs. As a fully fledged seaside resort Barmouth comes complete with all the expected amenities and attractions – shops, cafés and restaurants, good parking, amusements and entertainments. There’s good disabled access to the beach too, and the resort is well served by public transport.
Barmouth beach
28 min (18.9 mi)
via A470 and A496
Barmouth is southern Snowdonia’s most popular seaside resort, its big sandy beach it has miles of unbroken sands that it never gets overcrowded. There’s a picturesque harbour too, perched on the mouth of the beautiful Mawddach Estuary – fishing, sea and estuary trips depart from here. Barmouth is well located for watersports – there’s easy access to the sea via a slipway on the beach, though a craft exclusion zone is in place to protect swimmers, and there are also restrictions on dogs. As a fully fledged seaside resort Barmouth comes complete with all the expected amenities and attractions – shops, cafés and restaurants, good parking, amusements and entertainments. There’s good disabled access to the beach too, and the resort is well served by public transport.
31 min (15.0 mi)
via A496
Harlech Beach LL46 2UB
Harlech Beach provides a four-mile stretch of pristine golden sand, with stunning views of the Snowdonia mountain range. The beach is backed by grassy dunes.
A pay and display is in operation at the car park next to the beach entrance.
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Harlech Beach
31 min (15.0 mi)
via A496
Harlech Beach LL46 2UB
Harlech Beach provides a four-mile stretch of pristine golden sand, with stunning views of the Snowdonia mountain range. The beach is backed by grassy dunes.
A pay and display is in operation at the car park next to the beach entrance.
25 min (14.7 mi)
via A487
Black Rock Sands is an open, wide beach with fine sands. The name comes from the area to the west of the beach dominated by a large, multi-coloured headland rock, low-tide caves and rock pools, an area rich in marine life. Natural history is also a feature of the local sand dunes, which have been declared a ‘Site of Special Scientific Interest’. Unusually, you can drive onto the beach here (there is a fee of around £5 a car)– so it’s a popular spot not just for picnickers and sandcastle builders, but also for motor boats and water bikes which have a special zone designated for their use. There are also dog restrictions zones.
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Morfa Bychan
25 min (14.7 mi)
via A487
Black Rock Sands is an open, wide beach with fine sands. The name comes from the area to the west of the beach dominated by a large, multi-coloured headland rock, low-tide caves and rock pools, an area rich in marine life. Natural history is also a feature of the local sand dunes, which have been declared a ‘Site of Special Scientific Interest’. Unusually, you can drive onto the beach here (there is a fee of around £5 a car)– so it’s a popular spot not just for picnickers and sandcastle builders, but also for motor boats and water bikes which have a special zone designated for their use. There are also dog restrictions zones.
Biking & Walks
Address: Coed Y Brenin Visitor Centre Dolgefeiliau, Ganllwyd, Dolgellau LL40 2HZ
World-class mountain bike trails
Coed y Brenin was the first purpose-built mountain bike centre in the UK and it is still the largest. It is home to eight mountain bike trails, a skills area and a bike hire and retail shop. All of the mountain biking trails are waymarked and start from the visitor centre car park. From retro, rocky, classics to modern contemporary trails, there are rides to satisfy first timers to seasoned pros! The black graded ‘Beast’ is the one experienced riders aspire to, while the blue graded ‘Minotaur’, the most popular trail in Coed y Brenin, is ideal for all ages as well as adaptive bikes. The 5 mile ‘Yr Afon’ forest road trail is great for families and those who prefer a more leisurely pace, and takes in some of the most picturesque scenery in Coed y Brenin.
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Coed-y-Brenin
Address: Coed Y Brenin Visitor Centre Dolgefeiliau, Ganllwyd, Dolgellau LL40 2HZ
World-class mountain bike trails
Coed y Brenin was the first purpose-built mountain bike centre in the UK and it is still the largest. It is home to eight mountain bike trails, a skills area and a bike hire and retail shop. All of the mountain biking trails are waymarked and start from the visitor centre car park. From retro, rocky, classics to modern contemporary trails, there are rides to satisfy first timers to seasoned pros! The black graded ‘Beast’ is the one experienced riders aspire to, while the blue graded ‘Minotaur’, the most popular trail in Coed y Brenin, is ideal for all ages as well as adaptive bikes. The 5 mile ‘Yr Afon’ forest road trail is great for families and those who prefer a more leisurely pace, and takes in some of the most picturesque scenery in Coed y Brenin.
The Mawddach Trail is a stunning multi-use path following the old disused railway line about 9.5 miles along the edge of the beautiful Mawddach estuary in Southern Snowdonia.
The Mawddach Trail is clearly marked and can be easily followed.
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There are car parks and entrances to the trail in all of the following locations:
Y Marian, Dolgellau (LL40 1DL)
Pont y Wernddu (LL40 2SR)
Penmaenpool (LL40 1YD)
Arthog (LL39 1AX)
Morfa Mawddach (LL39 1BQ)
Barmouth (LL42 1LX)
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The Mawddach Trail
The Mawddach Trail is a stunning multi-use path following the old disused railway line about 9.5 miles along the edge of the beautiful Mawddach estuary in Southern Snowdonia.
The Mawddach Trail is clearly marked and can be easily followed.
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There are car parks and entrances to the trail in all of the following locations:
Y Marian, Dolgellau (LL40 1DL)
Pont y Wernddu (LL40 2SR)
Penmaenpool (LL40 1YD)
Arthog (LL39 1AX)
Morfa Mawddach (LL39 1BQ)
Barmouth (LL42 1LX)
Big mountain trails in Blaenau Ffestiniog
They’ve certainly been busy in the former ‘slate capital’ of Blaenau Ffestiniog, where off-road cycling enthusiasts are already raving about the award winning Antur Stiniog mountain biking centre in an old slate quarry. The super-fast flowing trails have rollers, jumps, drops and rock features as well as some of the best berms around
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Antur Stiniog
Big mountain trails in Blaenau Ffestiniog
They’ve certainly been busy in the former ‘slate capital’ of Blaenau Ffestiniog, where off-road cycling enthusiasts are already raving about the award winning Antur Stiniog mountain biking centre in an old slate quarry. The super-fast flowing trails have rollers, jumps, drops and rock features as well as some of the best berms around
Walks
Bala Lake (or Llyn Tegid) is the largest natural lake in Wales. The area on the south side of the lake is wonderful for walkers. Footpaths climb into the hills and forests for fabulous views of the lake below.
The walk begins in Bala, at the visitor centre on the foreshore of the lake. You then follow footpaths along the lakeside before ascending to Craigy-Allor. From here the views over the lake and surrounding mountains are splendid. The route then descends through forest and countryside to Llanuwchllyn station. From here you can catch the Bala Lake railway back to Bala. The narrow gauge steam train runs along the southern end of the lake. It's a lovely journey with fine views of the lake and Arenig Fawr, Aran Benllyn and Aran Fawddw mountains.
To continue your walking in the area you could climb Aran Fawddwy.
The walk starts from the village of Llanuwchllyn near the southern end of the lake.
You could also head to the nearby Llyn Celyn where there's more lovely scenery and walks to try.
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Llyn Tegid
Bala Lake (or Llyn Tegid) is the largest natural lake in Wales. The area on the south side of the lake is wonderful for walkers. Footpaths climb into the hills and forests for fabulous views of the lake below.
The walk begins in Bala, at the visitor centre on the foreshore of the lake. You then follow footpaths along the lakeside before ascending to Craigy-Allor. From here the views over the lake and surrounding mountains are splendid. The route then descends through forest and countryside to Llanuwchllyn station. From here you can catch the Bala Lake railway back to Bala. The narrow gauge steam train runs along the southern end of the lake. It's a lovely journey with fine views of the lake and Arenig Fawr, Aran Benllyn and Aran Fawddw mountains.
To continue your walking in the area you could climb Aran Fawddwy.
The walk starts from the village of Llanuwchllyn near the southern end of the lake.
You could also head to the nearby Llyn Celyn where there's more lovely scenery and walks to try.
Parking – Free
Toilet facilities – Yes
Length – 5km
Duration – approximately 2 hours
Highlights – Stunning Views of the Mawddach Estuary with views of Abermaw (Barmouth) Bridge
Ascent: Some rough, wet terrain. Wear appropriate footwear
Time: Around 2 hours
Grade: Moderate Walk
Start/Finish: National Park car park at Saith Groesffordd, Llanfachreth (SH 746 212)
Parking: SNPA car park (free parking, toilets).
Post Code: LL40 2NG
Relevant Map: OS Ordnans Exp OL18 (Harlech, Porthmadog and Bala)
New Precipice Walk offers superb views from the Arran Mountains to the East, to Barmouth and beyond to the west and all the while you gaze down on the meandering Mawddach Estuary with a beautiful view of Penmaenpool and it's wooden toll bridge.
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New Precipice Walk
Parking – Free
Toilet facilities – Yes
Length – 5km
Duration – approximately 2 hours
Highlights – Stunning Views of the Mawddach Estuary with views of Abermaw (Barmouth) Bridge
Ascent: Some rough, wet terrain. Wear appropriate footwear
Time: Around 2 hours
Grade: Moderate Walk
Start/Finish: National Park car park at Saith Groesffordd, Llanfachreth (SH 746 212)
Parking: SNPA car park (free parking, toilets).
Post Code: LL40 2NG
Relevant Map: OS Ordnans Exp OL18 (Harlech, Porthmadog and Bala)
New Precipice Walk offers superb views from the Arran Mountains to the East, to Barmouth and beyond to the west and all the while you gaze down on the meandering Mawddach Estuary with a beautiful view of Penmaenpool and it's wooden toll bridge.
Distance: 6.0 km / 4 miles
Approx time: 2 hours
Ascent: Woodland paths and minor roads/tracks.
Wear appropriate waterproof footwear.
Time: Around 2 hours
Grade: Moderate Walk
Start/Finish: Penmaenpool car park, near Dolgellau (SH 696 185) Penmaenpool car park, near Dolgellau (SH 696 185)
Parking:
Post Code: LL40 1YE
Relevant Map: OS Ordnans Exp OL23 (Cader Idris & Llyn Tegid)
Ordnance Survey Map: OS Explorer OL18 Harlech, Porthmadog and Bala
Abergwynant Woods is a 90-acre woodland situated between Dolgellau and Barmouth. The Mawddach Estuary, which leads towards Barmouth, runs alongside the woodland. The route also follows part of the Mawddach Trail, a 15km trail between Dolgellau and Barmouth.
The Gwynant river, which originates at the foot of nearby Cader Idris, meanders through the forest floor, allowing species such as mosses and lichens to grow in abundance. Abergwynant is also home to many woodland species such as fungi, frogs and newts. Native trees including oak, birch and holly also grow here.
Abergwynant Woods
Distance: 6.0 km / 4 miles
Approx time: 2 hours
Ascent: Woodland paths and minor roads/tracks.
Wear appropriate waterproof footwear.
Time: Around 2 hours
Grade: Moderate Walk
Start/Finish: Penmaenpool car park, near Dolgellau (SH 696 185) Penmaenpool car park, near Dolgellau (SH 696 185)
Parking:
Post Code: LL40 1YE
Relevant Map: OS Ordnans Exp OL23 (Cader Idris & Llyn Tegid)
Ordnance Survey Map: OS Explorer OL18 Harlech, Porthmadog and Bala
Abergwynant Woods is a 90-acre woodland situated between Dolgellau and Barmouth. The Mawddach Estuary, which leads towards Barmouth, runs alongside the woodland. The route also follows part of the Mawddach Trail, a 15km trail between Dolgellau and Barmouth.
The Gwynant river, which originates at the foot of nearby Cader Idris, meanders through the forest floor, allowing species such as mosses and lichens to grow in abundance. Abergwynant is also home to many woodland species such as fungi, frogs and newts. Native trees including oak, birch and holly also grow here.
Route details
National Trust car park, Nantmor, grid ref: SH597462.
DifficultyChallenging
Time4 hours - 5 hours
Distance5.7 miles (9.1 km)
MapLeisure 17; Landranger 115
Dogs allowedDog friendly
Aberglaslyn, Llyn Dinas and Cwm Bychan walk
Along this route you'll take in the spectacular Aberglaslyn gorge with the Glaslyn river raging alongside the path, Bedd y Ci (the grave of Prince Llywelyn's faithful hound), the beautiful village of Beddgelert, the placid waters of Llyn Dinas and the old copper mine workings of Sygun and Cwm Bychan.
Aberglaslyn Pass
Route details
National Trust car park, Nantmor, grid ref: SH597462.
DifficultyChallenging
Time4 hours - 5 hours
Distance5.7 miles (9.1 km)
MapLeisure 17; Landranger 115
Dogs allowedDog friendly
Aberglaslyn, Llyn Dinas and Cwm Bychan walk
Along this route you'll take in the spectacular Aberglaslyn gorge with the Glaslyn river raging alongside the path, Bedd y Ci (the grave of Prince Llywelyn's faithful hound), the beautiful village of Beddgelert, the placid waters of Llyn Dinas and the old copper mine workings of Sygun and Cwm Bychan.
It really is a lovely varied 5.6 mile walk, Approx time: 2.5 hours Parking: Padarn Country Park (LL55 4TY) , combining an undulating section of woodland walking on the far side of the Lake, and an easy flat section on the Llanberis side.
Fancy a little adventure? Home to some of the most spectacular views in Snowdonia, this varied and wonderful trail has been a hit with visitors since the Victorian times. With a number of different walks which stretch across various distances, The Panorama Walk is perfect for all; from the more energetic walkers to those looking for a shorter stroll!
Llanberis Lake Llyn Padarn
It really is a lovely varied 5.6 mile walk, Approx time: 2.5 hours Parking: Padarn Country Park (LL55 4TY) , combining an undulating section of woodland walking on the far side of the Lake, and an easy flat section on the Llanberis side.
Fancy a little adventure? Home to some of the most spectacular views in Snowdonia, this varied and wonderful trail has been a hit with visitors since the Victorian times. With a number of different walks which stretch across various distances, The Panorama Walk is perfect for all; from the more energetic walkers to those looking for a shorter stroll!
This secluded and ethereal ancient oakwood was once part of an historic estate and slopes gently down to Llyn Mair (Mary’s Lake). A network of paths allows spectacular views over Snowdonia National Park, while steam trains of the iconic Ffestiniog Railway snake around the boundary.
With rare wildlife and an abundance of stunning flora, Coed Hafod y Llyn is the perfect woodland destination for train buffs and nature lovers alike.
The wood is also part of a network of woodlands around the National Park study centre at Plas Tan y Bwlch. So, if you've still got plenty of energy after you've fully explored Coed Hafod y Llyn, you can keep on going by connecting with the Dyffryn Maentwrog and Llyn Mair footpath network in the Snowdonia National Park, which includes over 30km (18 miles) of paths.
Heading north along the A487 towards Porthmadog, ignore the left turn for Maentwrog and Harlech (A496), and instead continue for a further 0.4km (0.25 miles). Then turn right at the following junction, next to the Oakley Arms and signposted for Rhyd (B4410).
Continue until you can see a lake (Llyn Mair) to the left. Coed Hafod y Llyn is located at the back end of the lake. Enter through the Snowdonia National Park picnic area on the left side, just after the lake.
Coed Hafod-y-llyn
This secluded and ethereal ancient oakwood was once part of an historic estate and slopes gently down to Llyn Mair (Mary’s Lake). A network of paths allows spectacular views over Snowdonia National Park, while steam trains of the iconic Ffestiniog Railway snake around the boundary.
With rare wildlife and an abundance of stunning flora, Coed Hafod y Llyn is the perfect woodland destination for train buffs and nature lovers alike.
The wood is also part of a network of woodlands around the National Park study centre at Plas Tan y Bwlch. So, if you've still got plenty of energy after you've fully explored Coed Hafod y Llyn, you can keep on going by connecting with the Dyffryn Maentwrog and Llyn Mair footpath network in the Snowdonia National Park, which includes over 30km (18 miles) of paths.
Heading north along the A487 towards Porthmadog, ignore the left turn for Maentwrog and Harlech (A496), and instead continue for a further 0.4km (0.25 miles). Then turn right at the following junction, next to the Oakley Arms and signposted for Rhyd (B4410).
Continue until you can see a lake (Llyn Mair) to the left. Coed Hafod y Llyn is located at the back end of the lake. Enter through the Snowdonia National Park picnic area on the left side, just after the lake.
Where is it? Betws y Coed in the beautiful Conwy Valley where the Afon (River) Conwy meets the Afon Llugwy.
How long will it take ? : The short walk can be completed in less than half an hour. The longer circular walk isless than. 2 miles . You could walk it in an hour but allow time to enjoy the beautiful scenery.
What's the attraction? : Glorious riverside walk with a nice new wooden walkway that opens up part of the walk for wheelchair users.
Essentials : Good walking boots would help on the muddy stretches.
Rating : Easy. Suitable for all the family.
Car Parking : Parking is available at the Pont y Pair Car Park. (Pay and Display)
Facilities : Toilets are available at the Car Park. Fish and Chips are available to eat in or take away at the Pont y Pair chip shop.
Afon Llugwy
Where is it? Betws y Coed in the beautiful Conwy Valley where the Afon (River) Conwy meets the Afon Llugwy.
How long will it take ? : The short walk can be completed in less than half an hour. The longer circular walk isless than. 2 miles . You could walk it in an hour but allow time to enjoy the beautiful scenery.
What's the attraction? : Glorious riverside walk with a nice new wooden walkway that opens up part of the walk for wheelchair users.
Essentials : Good walking boots would help on the muddy stretches.
Rating : Easy. Suitable for all the family.
Car Parking : Parking is available at the Pont y Pair Car Park. (Pay and Display)
Facilities : Toilets are available at the Car Park. Fish and Chips are available to eat in or take away at the Pont y Pair chip shop.
A walk from the middle of Betws Y Coed to the Fairy Glen gorge. Walking along lanes and tracks, taking in great views of the River Conwy and the Fairy Glen gaorge and area. Note there is a £1 entrance fee to walk down to the gorge.
Park at any car park in Betws Y Coed
Total distance: 3.5 Miles
Total time: 2 hrs
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Ffos Anoddun
A5A walk from the middle of Betws Y Coed to the Fairy Glen gorge. Walking along lanes and tracks, taking in great views of the River Conwy and the Fairy Glen gaorge and area. Note there is a £1 entrance fee to walk down to the gorge.
Park at any car park in Betws Y Coed
Total distance: 3.5 Miles
Total time: 2 hrs
Parking: 3AQ, B4410, Blaenau Ffestiniog
Llyn Mair is a 14-acre artificial lake near Maentwrog, in Gwynedd in North Wales. It lies in the area of Tan-y-Bwlch, a little above Plas Tan-y-Bwlch, and is in the catchment area of the River Dwyryd. It was created by William Edward Oakeley as a 21st birthday present for his daughter Mair and as a water supply.
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Llyn Mair
Parking: 3AQ, B4410, Blaenau Ffestiniog
Llyn Mair is a 14-acre artificial lake near Maentwrog, in Gwynedd in North Wales. It lies in the area of Tan-y-Bwlch, a little above Plas Tan-y-Bwlch, and is in the catchment area of the River Dwyryd. It was created by William Edward Oakeley as a 21st birthday present for his daughter Mair and as a water supply.
Cwm Mynach is a hidden valley running through the wild and beautiful Rhinogydd mountain range. Follow a woodland pathway and discover breathtaking views of lakes, streams and mountains while relishing the tranquillity of Snowdonia’s best kept secret.
Explore diverse habitats, immerse yourself in the stillness of legions of conifer, and see the stunning upland lake, Llyn Cwm Mynach
Features
Parking nearby
Public access
Autumn colour
Marshland
Moorland
DIRECTIONS:
From the A496 Llanelltyd to Barmouth road, take the uphill turn opposite the toll bridge that connects the A496 to Penmaenpool, then proceed uphill along a steep and narrow minor road for about one and a half miles through the village of Taicynhaeaf.
PARKING:
There is space for a small number of vehicles on the right before the road bride, by the main entrance to the wood.
If continuing uphill to the old lay-by at the end of the tarmac road, please take care to shut all gates and not obstruct access.
Parking is also available at a number of locations along the A496 Dolgellau-Barmouth road, including the National Park's Fiddler's Elbow picnic site, where an information panel details a day walk through Cwm Mynach and the RSPB’s Garth Gell reserve.
Llyn Cwm-mynach
Cwm Mynach is a hidden valley running through the wild and beautiful Rhinogydd mountain range. Follow a woodland pathway and discover breathtaking views of lakes, streams and mountains while relishing the tranquillity of Snowdonia’s best kept secret.
Explore diverse habitats, immerse yourself in the stillness of legions of conifer, and see the stunning upland lake, Llyn Cwm Mynach
Features
Parking nearby
Public access
Autumn colour
Marshland
Moorland
DIRECTIONS:
From the A496 Llanelltyd to Barmouth road, take the uphill turn opposite the toll bridge that connects the A496 to Penmaenpool, then proceed uphill along a steep and narrow minor road for about one and a half miles through the village of Taicynhaeaf.
PARKING:
There is space for a small number of vehicles on the right before the road bride, by the main entrance to the wood.
If continuing uphill to the old lay-by at the end of the tarmac road, please take care to shut all gates and not obstruct access.
Parking is also available at a number of locations along the A496 Dolgellau-Barmouth road, including the National Park's Fiddler's Elbow picnic site, where an information panel details a day walk through Cwm Mynach and the RSPB’s Garth Gell reserve.
Distance from Cabins: 18 min (12.9 mi)
via A470
Route type: Circular route
Length: 4km
Duration: 1 Hrs
Path Popularity: Not popular
The Torrent Walk is a path on the outskirts of Dolgellau and is one of the more popular routes in the area. This walk will lead you under a woodland canopy, along the Clywedog river and past hidden industrial remains.
The walk’s name likely derives from the many striking views of the Clywedog river as it cascades down the gorge.
Why this path?
The gorge is home to a wealth of wildlife, including otters, dormice, lesser horseshoe bats, and an important collection of unique plants such as lichen, ferns, mushrooms, and liverwort.
Torrent walk
Distance from Cabins: 18 min (12.9 mi)
via A470
Route type: Circular route
Length: 4km
Duration: 1 Hrs
Path Popularity: Not popular
The Torrent Walk is a path on the outskirts of Dolgellau and is one of the more popular routes in the area. This walk will lead you under a woodland canopy, along the Clywedog river and past hidden industrial remains.
The walk’s name likely derives from the many striking views of the Clywedog river as it cascades down the gorge.
Why this path?
The gorge is home to a wealth of wildlife, including otters, dormice, lesser horseshoe bats, and an important collection of unique plants such as lichen, ferns, mushrooms, and liverwort.
Walking
DifficultyModerate*
Dog friendly**
Duration3 hours to 4 hours3 hours - 4 hours
Access: Challenging***
DistanceMiles: 6.5 (km: 10.4) Full trail
*A steady climb over rough ground. For further details, please see Terrain section.
**Dogs welcome on leads. For further details, please see section marked Facilities.
***Uneven surface and steps throughout the trail.
You’ll surround yourself with the stunning scenic beauty of the Nant Gwynant Valley on this walk. Starting from the National Trust’s Craflwyn car parka near Beddgelert, the 6.6-mile/10.4km route combines lakeside terrain with some higher-level walking on the lower slopes of Snowdon.
The early part of the walk sees you climbing through a landscape of waterfalls and woodland, where you’ll encounter carpets of bluebells in early summer. Watch out for the oversized Giant’s Chair, a great place to stop for a breather and take in the views of Moel Hebog, Sygun Copper Mine and the hill of Dinas Emrys, legendary location of a battle between two mighty dragons.
After crossing through rugged heathland beneath Yr Afan at Snowdon’s base, you’ll descend through the oak woodlands of Parc Hafod y Llan and past the tumbling waterfalls of Afon Cwm Llyn. Once you’ve returned to the bottom of the valley, make your way back to your start point along the banks of the idyllic glacial lake of Llyn Dinas.
Llyn Dinas
Walking
DifficultyModerate*
Dog friendly**
Duration3 hours to 4 hours3 hours - 4 hours
Access: Challenging***
DistanceMiles: 6.5 (km: 10.4) Full trail
*A steady climb over rough ground. For further details, please see Terrain section.
**Dogs welcome on leads. For further details, please see section marked Facilities.
***Uneven surface and steps throughout the trail.
You’ll surround yourself with the stunning scenic beauty of the Nant Gwynant Valley on this walk. Starting from the National Trust’s Craflwyn car parka near Beddgelert, the 6.6-mile/10.4km route combines lakeside terrain with some higher-level walking on the lower slopes of Snowdon.
The early part of the walk sees you climbing through a landscape of waterfalls and woodland, where you’ll encounter carpets of bluebells in early summer. Watch out for the oversized Giant’s Chair, a great place to stop for a breather and take in the views of Moel Hebog, Sygun Copper Mine and the hill of Dinas Emrys, legendary location of a battle between two mighty dragons.
After crossing through rugged heathland beneath Yr Afan at Snowdon’s base, you’ll descend through the oak woodlands of Parc Hafod y Llan and past the tumbling waterfalls of Afon Cwm Llyn. Once you’ve returned to the bottom of the valley, make your way back to your start point along the banks of the idyllic glacial lake of Llyn Dinas.
Gelert's grave walk
This circular riverside walk will give you an insight into the legend of Gelert and Prince Llywelyn which gave the village its name, and why Beddgelert became so popular with early travel writers such as Thomas Pennant and artists like JMW Turner.
Trail information summary
Walking
DifficultyEasy
Dog friendly*
Duration 40 mins to 1 hour 40 mins - 1 hour
Access: Easy**
Miles:1 km: 1.6) Full trail
*Dogs are welcome in Snowdonia in general, but please keep them under control. For further details, please see section marked Facilities.
**Walk suitable for all including pushchairs and wheelchairs. For further details, please see section marked Access.
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Gelert's Grave
Gelert's grave walk
This circular riverside walk will give you an insight into the legend of Gelert and Prince Llywelyn which gave the village its name, and why Beddgelert became so popular with early travel writers such as Thomas Pennant and artists like JMW Turner.
Trail information summary
Walking
DifficultyEasy
Dog friendly*
Duration 40 mins to 1 hour 40 mins - 1 hour
Access: Easy**
Miles:1 km: 1.6) Full trail
*Dogs are welcome in Snowdonia in general, but please keep them under control. For further details, please see section marked Facilities.
**Walk suitable for all including pushchairs and wheelchairs. For further details, please see section marked Access.
DOG FRIENDLY WALK
Parking: Free car park. Beddgelert Forest Car Park Just off the A4085 beside Glan-y-gors Holiday Cottage
Average walking time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Distance: 2.7 miles / 4.4 km
Type: Circular route
Rating: Easy
Follow the red footprint way-marked route titled Llyn Llynwelyn walk.
This circular route follows a fairly flat and even path whilst also hosting an array of places for the dog to explore such as the woodland and the river. It is pretty much guaranteed to be quiet too.
Beddgelert Forest
DOG FRIENDLY WALK
Parking: Free car park. Beddgelert Forest Car Park Just off the A4085 beside Glan-y-gors Holiday Cottage
Average walking time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Distance: 2.7 miles / 4.4 km
Type: Circular route
Rating: Easy
Follow the red footprint way-marked route titled Llyn Llynwelyn walk.
This circular route follows a fairly flat and even path whilst also hosting an array of places for the dog to explore such as the woodland and the river. It is pretty much guaranteed to be quiet too.
Length0.6 kmElevation gain31 mRoute typeCircular
Get to know this 0.6-km circular trail near Betws-y-Coed, Conwy. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 14 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead.
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Rhaeadr Y Graig Lwyd
A5Length0.6 kmElevation gain31 mRoute typeCircular
Get to know this 0.6-km circular trail near Betws-y-Coed, Conwy. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 14 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking and walking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a lead.
Dinorwic quarry is a large former slate quarry, now home to the Welsh National Slate Museum, located between the villages of Llanberis and Dinorwig in Wales.
Enjoy this 12.2-km circular trail near Llanberis, Gwynedd. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 1 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome and may be off-lead in some areas.
If you want to do the Dinorwic Quarry hike you'll want to park in the Slate Museum carpark (Llanberis, Caernarfon LL55 4TY)
There's plenty of carparking
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Dinorwic Slate Quarry
Dinorwic quarry is a large former slate quarry, now home to the Welsh National Slate Museum, located between the villages of Llanberis and Dinorwig in Wales.
Enjoy this 12.2-km circular trail near Llanberis, Gwynedd. Generally considered a challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 1 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. Dogs are welcome and may be off-lead in some areas.
If you want to do the Dinorwic Quarry hike you'll want to park in the Slate Museum carpark (Llanberis, Caernarfon LL55 4TY)
There's plenty of carparking
Trains
Rheilffordd Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake Railway) offers a delightful 9 mile return journey alongside Bala Lake through the beautiful Snowdonia National Park. Bala Lake Railway is the home of the Quarry Hunslet locomotive and the Heritage Railway Association ‘Best Small Railway of 2012’.
Talyllyn
45 min (29.9 mi) via A470 and B4405
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Llyn Tegid
Rheilffordd Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake Railway) offers a delightful 9 mile return journey alongside Bala Lake through the beautiful Snowdonia National Park. Bala Lake Railway is the home of the Quarry Hunslet locomotive and the Heritage Railway Association ‘Best Small Railway of 2012’.
Talyllyn
45 min (29.9 mi) via A470 and B4405
23 min (14.4 mi) via A470 and A487
The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways stretch for 40 miles through the Snowdonia National Park. With great views along coastlines, through mountains and past famous Welsh castles.
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Ffestiniog Railway Harbour Station
23 min (14.4 mi) via A470 and A487
The Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways stretch for 40 miles through the Snowdonia National Park. With great views along coastlines, through mountains and past famous Welsh castles.
The Fairbourne Railway is a small railway running for 2 miles from the village of Fairbourne on the Mid-Wales coast, alongside the beach to the end of a peninsula at Barmouth Ferry railway station.
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Ir-Railway ta 'Fairbourne
Beach RoadThe Fairbourne Railway is a small railway running for 2 miles from the village of Fairbourne on the Mid-Wales coast, alongside the beach to the end of a peninsula at Barmouth Ferry railway station.
This runs to the Summit of the Highest Mountain in Wales Trains depart from Llanberis station. It begins it’s climb 1085m to the summit of Yr Wyddfa, a journey experienced by some 12 million travelers since 1896. The journey takes around two and a half hours from start to finish. This includes a 30 minute stop-over until making its way back down to Llanberis.
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Stazzjon tal-ferrovija tal-Muntanja Snowdon
This runs to the Summit of the Highest Mountain in Wales Trains depart from Llanberis station. It begins it’s climb 1085m to the summit of Yr Wyddfa, a journey experienced by some 12 million travelers since 1896. The journey takes around two and a half hours from start to finish. This includes a 30 minute stop-over until making its way back down to Llanberis.
Castles
Caernarfon Castle is recognised around the world as one of the greatest buildings of the middle ages. This fortress-palace on the banks of the River Seiont is so massive in size even after 700 years it still is one of the most impressive Welsh Castles. This site is just under an hour away from Trawsfynydd Leisure Village.
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Il-Kastell Caernarfon
Castle DitchCaernarfon Castle is recognised around the world as one of the greatest buildings of the middle ages. This fortress-palace on the banks of the River Seiont is so massive in size even after 700 years it still is one of the most impressive Welsh Castles. This site is just under an hour away from Trawsfynydd Leisure Village.
This most famous of the Welsh castles is exceptionally well preserved. It contains the most intact set of medieval royal apartments in Wales. Located in the coastal town of Conwy it is only an hour away from where we are located making it an ideal destination for a day out.
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Il-Kastell Conwy
Rose Hill StreetThis most famous of the Welsh castles is exceptionally well preserved. It contains the most intact set of medieval royal apartments in Wales. Located in the coastal town of Conwy it is only an hour away from where we are located making it an ideal destination for a day out.
Built by Edward I in the 14th century during his invasion of Wales, this castle in the seaside town of Harlech is definitely worth a visit with a lot of important Welsh history to learn about on site. This castle is located less than half an hour away from our cabins.
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Il-Kastell tal-Harlech
Built by Edward I in the 14th century during his invasion of Wales, this castle in the seaside town of Harlech is definitely worth a visit with a lot of important Welsh history to learn about on site. This castle is located less than half an hour away from our cabins.
It may be remote. But it’s a magnet for all castle lovers. Strung along a jagged rocky outcrop in the Dysynni Valley at the foot of Cader Idris, Castell y Bere is especially good at evoking the spirit and atmosphere of Wales’s native castles. Built by Welsh ruler Llywelyn ap Iorwerth (Llywelyn the Great) to protect Gwynedd’s southern frontier, construction began in 1221 with the castle remaining in use until 1294.
Though much of the Castell y Bere’s strength can be attributed to its commanding location, its design is a testament to the ingenuity of its Welsh architects. The sophisticated entrance featuring two gatehouses with drawbridges and possibly portcullises was extremely advanced for its time, even by the standards of English fortifications.
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Castell y Bere
It may be remote. But it’s a magnet for all castle lovers. Strung along a jagged rocky outcrop in the Dysynni Valley at the foot of Cader Idris, Castell y Bere is especially good at evoking the spirit and atmosphere of Wales’s native castles. Built by Welsh ruler Llywelyn ap Iorwerth (Llywelyn the Great) to protect Gwynedd’s southern frontier, construction began in 1221 with the castle remaining in use until 1294.
Though much of the Castell y Bere’s strength can be attributed to its commanding location, its design is a testament to the ingenuity of its Welsh architects. The sophisticated entrance featuring two gatehouses with drawbridges and possibly portcullises was extremely advanced for its time, even by the standards of English fortifications.