Activities  South Snowdonia

Egryn walk, Barmouth

Step back in time as you explore this fantastic location with breath-taking views.

• Moderate
• 2 hours
• 5.0 miles (8.0km)

Walks in South Snowdonia

There's plenty to explore. From a short walk up to Dinas Oleu in Barmouth, to a more challenging trek around the Cregennan lakes on the northern slopes of the Cadair Idris range.

Dinas Oleu walk, Barmouth

Wander through the winding old town up to the gorse-covered Dinas Oleu, donated by Victorian Fanny Talbot to the people of Barmouth.

• Moderate
• 2 hours
• 1.2 miles (1.9km)

Ornamental Lake walk, Dolmelynllyn

Take a short walk around the ornamental lake at Dolmelynllyn Estate. The circular path has viewing platforms extending out over the lake edge which makes it a fantastic place to watch wildlife. It’s been developed with accessibility in mind so is perfect for wheelchair users.

• Easy
• 30 mins
• 0.6 miles (0.95km)

Rhaeadr Ddu and Coed Ganllwyd walk

A great waterside walk, taking you alongside the turbulent River Gamlan and past the magnificent Rhaeadr Ddu waterfalls.

• Moderate
• 1 hour 30 mins
• 2.0 miles (3.2km)

Wild places in South Snowdonia

The landscapes of South Snowdonia provide rich ground for rare habitats. Find out what you can see from the ancient oak woodland at Dolmelynllyn to the volcanic rocks at Cregennan.

Orienteering in Coed Berthlwyd

Have fun and test your navigation skills on one of our orienteering courses at Coed Berthlwyd.

Dolmelynllyn Estate walk

See the spectacular Rhaeadr Ddu Falls and the fascinating remains of the Cefn Coch gold mine.

• Moderate
• 4 hours
• 4.0 miles (6.4km)