Best Walks in Gwynedd

Walks, Wales

Explore some of the most beautiful parts of Gwynedd with these walking routes.

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  • Preview of Cwmorthin and Rhosydd Quarry walk

    Cwmorthin and Rhosydd Quarry walk

    Tanygrisau, Blaenau-Ffestiniog

    • 4 hours / 8km

    A couple of short steep ascents up to some eerie yet magnificent quarry ruins which overly a spectacular glacial landscape

  • Preview of Ysgethin Inn walk.

    Ysgethin Inn walk.

    Pub walk, dog friendly Talybont.

    • 15 minutes / 1.3km

    A walk around Dyffryn Ardudwy Community, Gwynedd

  • Preview of Blaenau Ffestiniog Circular

    Blaenau Ffestiniog Circular

    Blaenau-Ffestiniog, Gwynedd

    • 1 hour / 2.6km

    The Moelwynion, Manod & Cwm Bywydd circular around Blaenau Ffestiniog.

  • Preview of Llyn Arenig Fawr

    Llyn Arenig Fawr

    Arenig, near Bala, Gwynedd

    • 1hr 40m / 4km

    A wander up the Llyn Arenig Fawr reservoir, nestled in a hidden cwm at the foot of its namesake mountain

  • Preview of Short steep hike to a Giant’s Chair

    Short steep hike to a Giant’s Chair

    Beddgelert, Gwynedd

    • 2 hours / 2.4km

    A short steep woodland walk near Beddgelert, Gwynedd, with fine views, a waterfall, and some endearing timber sculptures

  • Preview of Barmouth Bridge and Ferry Fun

    Barmouth Bridge and Ferry Fun

    Barmouth Community, Gwynedd

    • 2hr 15m / 6.6km

    Head across the River Mawddach on Barmouth Bridge and enjoy river and coastal landscapes on this flat circular loop with a boat ride.

  • Preview of Porthmadog to Gorgeous Portmeirion

    Porthmadog to Gorgeous Portmeirion

    Porthmadog Community, Gwynedd

    • 1hr 35m / 4.9km

    Walk alongside the steam train with views across to Yr Wyddfa, then climb through woodlands to end in superlative rich Portmeirion.

  • Preview of Dinorwic Quarry taster

    Dinorwic Quarry taster

    Llanddeiniolen Community, Gwynedd

    • 2hr 30m / 4.1km

    An easy one-way downhill stroll through the eerie quarry landscape, with fine views of Llyn Peris

  • Preview of Bangor Pier with Views Galore

    Bangor Pier with Views Galore

    Bangor, Gwynedd

    • 1hr 50m / 6km

    A circular walk through leafy streets to the historic pier across the Menai Strait. Returning via green spaces & the High St. Step-free.

  • Preview of Gardd y Coedwig Forest Garden

    Gardd y Coedwig Forest Garden

    Brithdir and Llanfachreth Community, Gwynedd

    • 30 minutes / 1.5km

    A short and highly accessible walk through verdant forest on the edge of Coed y Brenin

  • Preview of Pont Cae’n y Coed circular stroll

    Pont Cae’n y Coed circular stroll

    Coed y Brenin, Dolgellau

    • 1hr 35m / 2.4km

    A short easy stroll along forestry tracks in the Mawddach gorge. A taster for lots of other possible local routes in this gorge, too!

  • Preview of Dinas Emrys fortress short hike

    Dinas Emrys fortress short hike

    Beddgelert, Gwynedd

    • 2hr 45m / 5km

    A short woodland hike, with a steep final ascent to the viewpoint at the ancient Dinas Emrys fortress, up above Beddgelert

  • Preview of Harlech Castle & the Steepest Road

    Harlech Castle & the Steepest Road

    Harlech Community, Gwynedd

    • 50 minutes / 2km

    Head up the steepest road to the picture perfect village of Harlech. With stunning views to Yr Wyddfa / Snowdon plus castle & shops.

  • Preview of Criccieth Castle and Beach Bop

    Criccieth Castle and Beach Bop

    Criccieth Community, Gwynedd

    • 1 hour / 2.4km

    A leisurely stroll around Criccieth with stunning beaches, the castle, independent shops and eateries along the way.

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