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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Easy Leisure Walks Aber Falls Path Bridges Walk Gwelfor Walk You are here: Visiting > Walking > Easy Leisure Walks Llyn Gwernan Mawddach Trail Accessible Walks Easy Leisure Walks Archaeological Walks What’s great about these leisure walks is that they are all on the flat and Family Walks cover easy ground with little or no gradient. You can either walk part of Other Paths the route or complete the whole trail–it’s entirely up to you. With the Events exception of the Mawddach Trail, all these easy leisure walks can be Safety Advice completed within a few hours leaving you free to explore the Snowdonia National Park at your leisure. Comfortable waking shoes are Footpath Restrictions recommended. Access Problem To view details of the walks, click one of the symbols on the map. Dog Owners

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Snowdonia's landscape is unique. The nine mountain ranges cover approximately 52% of the Park and include many peaks that are over 3,000 feet (915m). Apart from the beauty and charm of its high mountains, Snowdonia is a delightfully varied landscape of steep river gorges, waterfalls and green valleys. Oak, ash, rowan and hazel woodlands are found scattered throughout the Park whilst the beautiful Dyfi, Mawddach and Dwyryd estuaries and 23 miles of coastline and sandy beaches contribute to the overall diversity of the landscape.

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Easy Leisure Walks Accessible Walks Archaeological Walks You are here: Visiting > Walking Family Walks Other Paths Events Walking in Snowdonia Safety Advice Snowdonia is a great place to come walking and we have a network of Footpath Restrictions walks for people of all abilities. Whether you want the challenge of Access Problem ascending Snowdon, the highest mountain in England and Wales, or Dog Owners prefer one of our leisurely walks along the coastline, you’re guaranteed breathtaking scenery and diverse landscapes. We have a varied terrain Get Active here in Snowdonia from rugged mountain peaks, long sandy beaches to 360 Panoramic Views crystal clear lakes and rivers. The National Park continues to develop a Things to Do network of footpaths geared towards walkers of all abilities.

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We’ve made it easier for you to choose your perfect walk so you can make the most of your time in Snowdonia. Below you’ll find a brief Safety Advice summary of our walking categories.

Our network of Hard Mountain Walks include the six footpaths up Respect the Environment! Snowdon offering breathtaking views as you ascend towards the summit If you’re going out for a walk,

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reaching 1,085m above sea level. These challenging paths are well worth please take all your rubbish the effort, as you will be rewarded with a stunning, far-reaching vista, home with you sometimes catching glimpses of the Lake District. You can also choose including from the three paths up Cader Idris in southern Snowdonia. fruit skins & cigarette If you’re looking for something less demanding without the undulating stumps. terrain of the Snowdon paths, our Hard Leisure Walks network will still provide stunning scenery through the hills of Snowdonia. These walks include the scenic Clogau trail, taking you up into the hills above Bontddu past the old Clogau gold mine.

For those of you looking for a leisurely walk for the whole family why not try our Moderate Leisure Walks network or even our Easy Leisure Walks From circular footpaths to flat trails covering easy ground, you’re guaranteed to find a walk to suit your needs. You can spend a few hours walking or make it into a day’s activity; these leisure walks will leave you free to explore Snowdonia at your own pace.

Where accessibility is paramount, our network of Accessible Walks has been designed to accommodate wheelchairs and pushchairs. These include the Mawddach Trail and the Janus path near Llyn Cwellyn. Most Advice for Dog Owners » have facilities nearby for convenience.

For those with an interest in archaeology, we have a selection of walks that take you past some of the key archaeological sites in the area. Our Archaeological Walks are leisure walks that will give you great views of the Snowdonia landscape along with a taste of our rich archaeological history.

Audio Trail Why not venture on our Bwrlwm Eryri Audio Trail from Llanycil to Llanuwchllyn and learn about the great legends and folklore of the area while taking in the scenery?

National & Regional Paths

The Wales Coast Path is a long distance walking route which runs from Chester in the north to Chepstow in the south: a distance of 870 miles (1400km). North Wales also benefits from having the North Wales Path which runs for 60 miles (96km) from Bangor in the west to Prestatyn in the east. Taith Ardudwy Way is an upland pathway of 24 miles from Barmouth in the south of Ardudwy to Llandecwyn in the north of Ardudwy. For further information on these paths and information on walks by other organisations, click here.

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Easy Leisure Walks Accessible Walks Archaeological Walks You are here: Visiting > Walking > Snowdon Walks Family Walks Other Paths Events Snowdon Walks Safety Advice Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) at 1085 metres is the highest mountain in Wales Footpath Restrictions (and England), and her beauty dominates the surrounding hills. From the Access Problem summit, on a clear day, you can see the robust mountains of Snowdonia, Dog Owners Ynys Môn (Anglesey), Pembrokeshire and Ireland.

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Llanberis Path PYG Track Miners Track Watkin Path Rhyd Ddu Path Snowdon Ranger Pony Path, Ty Nant You are here: Visiting > Walking > Hard Mountain Walks Minffordd Path Llanfihangel Path Waen-oer Ridge Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Whether you want to ascend one of the six paths up Snowdon or tackle Moderate Leisure Walks Cader Idris in southern Snowdonia, on a clear day, the panoramic views Easy Leisure Walks seen from the summits are unbeatable! Accessible Walks These paths can be very demanding in places. The mountainous terrain Archaeological Walks can become challenging with steep gradients, rocky paths and some Family Walks scrambling required. Exceptional care should be taken when attempting Other Paths these paths in winter conditions as the ground underfoot can become treacherous and should not be attempted by novice walkers. You should Events look out for loose scree and steep slopes if undertaking these walks. Safety Advice Always remember to wear appropriate clothing and footwear before Footpath Restrictions venturing out into the mountains and check the weather forecast before Access Problem you set off. Please read our Mountain Safety Advice before venturing Summer Mountain Safety Dog Owners out on the mountain

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Crimpiau, Capel Curig Clogau Dôl-goch, Tywyn Panorama Walk The Fisherman's Path Taith Ardudwy Way You are here: Visiting > Walking > Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Easy Leisure Walks Hard Leisure Walks Accessible Walks Archaeological Walks Our hard leisure walks combine flat terrain with occasional steep gradients and gradual ascents with some gorge walking on the Clogau path. You are Family Walks still likely to encounter steep footpaths and some challenging sections, so Other Paths be prepared and wear suitable walking boots as the ground can get Events slippery underfoot on some of the footpaths. You will be rewarded with Safety Advice great views of the Snowdonia scenery including mountains, lakes, woodland and rivers. The majority are circular paths with convenient Footpath Restrictions facilities at the start of the walks. Access Problem To view details of the walks, click one of the symbols on the map. Dog Owners

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Abergwynant Woods Arthog Bryn y Castell Branwen, Harlech You are here: Visiting > Walking > Moderate Leisure Walks Bro Garmon Craig y Ddinas Walk Craig y Fron Walk Croesor Moderate Leisure Walks Cwm Idwal Many of our leisure walks are circular and vary from a few hours’ walking Cwm Penamnen to an all day outing. They are a great opportunity to see the Snowdonia Cynfal Falls National Park without having to compete with undulating terrain or Dyffryn Maentwrog venture onto our more challenging paths. Although our leisure walks are Farchynys less demanding, the terrain can vary according to location. When starting Foel Caerynwch out on one of these walks, be prepared for farmland, rough footpaths, Glyn Aran tarmac roads, streams, marshes and some steep sections. These walks Llanfairfechan Lôn Gwyrfai are great for the whole family. A good pair of walking boots and suitable Llyn Tegid (Northern) clothing is recommended. Llyn Tegid (Southern) To view details of the walks, click one of the symbols on the map. Precipice Tomen y Mur Summer Mountain Safety Torrent Walk Easy Leisure Walks Accessible Walks Archaeological Walks Family Walks Other Paths Events Mountain Safety Video Safety Advice Footpath Restrictions Respect the Environment! Access Problem If you’re going out for a walk, Dog Owners please take all your rubbish home with you Get Active including 360 Panoramic Views fruit skins & cigarette Things to Do stumps. Places to Visit

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How to get there? Abergwyngregyn is located on the north Wales coast. Leave the A55 at junction 13, following the signs for ‘Abergwyngregyn’ and then the brown signs for ‘Rhaeadr Aber’ / ‘Aber Falls’.

What is special about this path? Abergwyngregyn was an important dwelling place for the Princes of Gwynedd, and archaeological remains suggest that man has lived in this area since pre-historic times, over 2000 years ago. Rhaeadr Fawr (Aber Falls) and the Aber plantation epitomise Snowdonia’s heritage and nature, and the path to the falls passes through the natural habitat of many local plants and trees. Wandering along the path, you will get a glimpse of Snowdonia’s wildlife, native plants and beautiful views, including Rhaeadr Fawr.

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is owned by the National Park Authority, although it is managed by the Community Council. The Countryside Council for Wales is responsible for maintenance work on the path, and they, along with Bangor University, own parts of the land there. The Forestry Commission owns the woodland.

This is a challenging path, and should not be attempted unless you are totally confident. Take care while travelling along the path, especially following bad weather.

Accessibility: • There is an accessible picnic table in the upper car park. • There is a large public toilet in the upper car park. • There is a more accessible entrance to the path a short way down the road to the lower car park from the upper car park. • The path is wide. • The path has a rough surface and some pot holes, and there are some steep stretches. • The woodland is not accessible for wheelchairs or pushchairs. • Wide gates can be opened with a RADAR key when locked. • Kissing gates on the trail are wide. • Those who use manual wheelchairs may experience greater difficulty than those who use an electric wheelchair on this path. • There is a more challenging path through the woodland (which is unsuitable for wheelchairs), or a more accessible path along the river.

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Note: This map is intended as a rough guide only. You should use the most recent version of the relevant Ordnance Survey map (see above) when walking the route.

Description There are three short walks here, all starting from Y Stablau, the National Park Information Centre. You can do them as one longish walk (between 2 and 3 hours) or individually about 1 hour each or as a combination of two of the shorter walks, depending on how much time you have or on how energetic you feel. The walks cover easy ground and are suitable for all the family.

Betws y Coed

Betws y Coed (Chapel in the wood) has been famous as a tourist resort since the last century. Its stone-built houses in an "alpine" woodland

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setting make it one of the most picturesque villages in the National Park. But it is probably its location near the junction of three river valleys that has made it famous as an ideal starting point for exploration into the mountains of Snowdonia. The Lledr river meets the Conwy river about one mile south of the village and together they join the Llugwy river just outside the village. This combination of walks explores the junctions of the Conwy and Llugwy rivers and several of the fine bridges over each.

Whilst in Betws y Coed, you can enjoy a browse around the Information Centre where there is an interesting exhibition, a video presentation and tourist information facilities.

The Routes

1. Turn right outside the Centre and follow the public footpath through the gate marked 'private road' (please close the gate behind you). The track passes the Motor Museum and then Royal Oak Farm which once provided milk and butter for the Royal Oak Hotel. Keep an eye open for dippers where the track passes close to the river Llugwy.

2. Passing under the railway bridge you soon reach the golf course on your right. Please keep dogs on a lead. The path shortly reaches the point where the Llugwy and Conwy rivers meet. Turn right and follow the Conwy. Keep an eye out for Wagtails and Kingfishers.

3. The path moves away from the river a little then descends a small grassy bank. Shortly you will see some large stepping stones. This is the oldest crossing of the Conwy and was used until 1912 when a woman was drowned here. Follow the path by the river right round the golf course.

4. Leave the golf course through the kissing gate and after reaching the main road take the left hand path which leads to the 14th Century church of St. Michael, now used only for funerals.

(If you wish to return to the Centre, cross the slate stile out of the church yard, follow the metalled road to your left until you reach the main road. Turn right then almost immediately leave the road to cross the village green back to the centre.)

To continue the walk, cross the Conwy river by the white suspension bridge built in 1930 and follow the path through the fields to the main road.

N.B. You can join the walk at St. Michael's Church by crossing the bridge through the station.

5. Turn right at the main road and walk along the wide grass verge to the Waterloo Bridge. Note the waterfall on the other side of the road near the bridge.

6. The Waterloo Bridge was built in 1815 and is known locally as the "iron bridge". Spanning 105ft. (32 metres) it is beautifully decorated with leek, rose, shamrock and thistle and written in steel are the words "This arch was constructed in the same year as the battle of Waterloo was fought". Turn right over the bridge and follow the main road through the village.

7. Either turn down the track opposite the Royal Oak Hotel to finish back at the Centre or continue along the main road until you come to Pont y Pair, the "Bridge of the Cauldron".

8. Cross over this stone-built bridge and keep an eye open for leaping salmon. Once over the bridge, turn left and follow the path alongside the river Llugwy walking through forested areas and a meadow. There is a maze of tracks here - but keep to the river-side. Take care where the ground gets a little rough underfoot. Please keep dogs on a lead.

9. After about 3/4 mile you will come to the Miners' Bridge, so called as this was the route miners took on their way to work in the lead mines nearby. This is a modern replacement of the oldest crossing of the Llugwy, recorded on the Ordnance Survey as the Roman Road "Sarn Helen" from Dolwyddelan.

10. Either cross the bridge to follow the path to the main road, where you turn left to get back to the village, or retrace your steps alongside the river and so back that way.

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Note: This map is intended as a rough guide only. You should use the most recent version of the relevant Ordnance Survey map (see above) when walking the route.

What is special about this walk? This is an easy walk, fairly steep to start with, then levelling out for about 1¼ miles, where there are tremendous views from the hilltops, before descending to cross the golf course and return by the beach. With rarely a person in sight, the beautiful beach at the end of the trail is a great picnic spot!

This walk crosses agricultural land, so please keep to the path. Please keep dogs on a lead on farmland.

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Meirionnydd. The seafront is dominated by the old wharf, now converted into a pleasant promenade, where the Snowdonia National Park Information Centre is situated. 'Messing about in boats' is still a great feature of Aberdyfi today - thanks to the colourful and expert activities of the Sailing Club and the Outward Bound Sea School.

Aberdyfi's charming village atmosphere belies its industrious past of seafaring and shipbuilding. Between 1840 and 1880, an incredible 45 ships, mostly schooners and brigs from 10 to 500 tons, were built at the Aberdyfi wharf. While trade in timber, oak bark and wool flourished in the 18th century, copper, lead and slate were exported across the world during the 19th century.

A parade of Celts, Romans, smugglers and pirates coloured the pre- shipping history of Aberdyfi and colourful folklore still clings to its name through the "Bells of Aberdyfi". The legend is based on the theme of a submerged kingdom under the sea. But who is to deny the claim? After all, an exposed causeway may be seen off the coast at low tide ... and haven't people heard the chiming of the submerged bells?? Incidentally, "The Bells of Aberdyfi" is a traditional Welsh Air whose tune recalls the chiming of bells.

Legend apart, Aberdyfi boasts superb views from hilltop walks, a championship golf links and a splendid beach. It is also a convenient base for exploring the southern part of the Snowdonia National Park.

The Route

1. Leave the car park and walk a short distance north to the bowling green. Cross the road and walk up Gwelfor Road. At the top, turn left at the stile and follow the left hand track to the next stile. Meadow brown and marbled white butterflies can often be seen on this route, also various wild flowers, the white burnet rose among them.

2. On reaching the next stile, pause to admire the view over the Dyfi estuary and Cardigan Bay. Look out for interesting birds: buzzards, kestrels, ravens and with luck, peregrine and red kite. Small birds will include wheatears, wagtails and stonechats.

3. Continue along the path. Look out for a large white stone on the opposite hill as a guide. Arrive at Trefeddian Farm and pass through the farmyard using two gates. Turn sharp right down to the stream. Cross over the stile.

4. Make for a large white stone on the hillside. Walk up the hill keeping the stone to your right and carry on beyond the derelict barns. After this the track becomes a tarmac lane, going downhill and passing the cemetery.

5. With care, cross the main road at this point. Take the path at the left of the lay-by and cross the railway line and golf course heading for the sea.

6. Your path leads through the sand dunes. Please do not pick the many interesting plants you may spot here. On reaching the beach turn left. Continue along the beach flanking the dunes until you come to the flag pole. Turn left inland, go under the bridge and so back to your starting point.

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360 Panoramic Views Leave the square in Dolgellau along Cader Road, which goes towards Things to Do Tywyn (A493). In approximately 300 metres you will come to Penbryn garage on your right. Turn to the left opposite the garage, and carry on Places to Visit straight ahead up the road. In approximately a mile and a half you will Local Events see the lake on your right, overlooked by the Gwernan Hotel. A Local Information Snowdonia National Park pay and display car park is situated approximately half a mile further along the road – on the right hand side. Snowdonia For All You can walk from here to join the path around the lake. Warden Service A little about the path... Snowdon Summit Llyn Gwernan lake, which is around 12 acres in size, lies on the northern Webcams side of Cader Idris, around two miles from the centre of Dolgellau. It is a Picture Gallery magnificent location, with the summits of Tyrrau Mawr to the west and Videos the Cyfrwy to the south a striking backdrop. Over the ridge to the north is Frequently Asked Questions one of the area’s ancient paths above the Mawddach valley..

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A variety of fish live in the lake, including trout, sea trout, perch and eels. Great numbers of frogs and toads come here to breed, and in turn, along with their spawn, they are food for birds such as the heron and animals such as the otter and fox. Other birds such as the little grebe, moorhen, dipper, and goosander can also be found here, and the osprey can be Respect the environment!

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seen hunting for a bite to eat here during the summer months. The trees Os ydych yn mynd i gerdded, around you are full of creatures. This is a fantastic spot to see a band of ewch â’ch sbwriel adre hefo longtailed tits, pied flycatchers and wood warblers, and to hear the chi gan gynnwys gweddillion cuckoo. The lake’s edges are perfect for dragonflies and damselflies, and ffrwythau in the wetland sphagnum mosses, bog asphodel, cotton grass, and a stwmpiau aromatic bog myrtle grow. Bogbean can be found in the ditches and lilies sigaréts. in the open water. Grass tussocks everywhere are home to small mammals such as the shrew and voles, that in turn, are food for the stoat, weasel and tawny owl.

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Easy Leisure Walks Aber Falls Path Bridges Walk Gwelfor Walk You are here: Visiting > Walking > Easy Leisure Walks > Mawddach Trail Llyn Gwernan Mawddach Trail Accessible Walks Mawddach Trail Archaeological Walks Family Walks Distance: 9 miles (15km) one way Grade: Accessible Walk Other Paths Starting /Finish: Dolgellau (SH 725 175) or Barmouth (SH 615 155) Events (It is possible to join the Mawddach Trail at various points between Safety Advice Dolgellau and Barmouth.) Footpath Restrictions Relevant map: Ordnance Survey Explorer 0L 23 (Cadair Idris & Llyn Tegid) Access Problem Dog Owners

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What is special about this trail?

This trail is located in the south of Snowdonia National Park and is considered to be one of the best trails in Britain, for cyclists as well as walkers. It follows the beautiful Mawddach estuary, giving visitors the chance to experience some of Snowdonia’s splendour, striking scenery and beautiful wildlife. The trail stretches for nine miles between Dolgellau and Barmouth and can be joined at several points, including Morfa Mawddach and Penmaenpool (see map).

Mawddach trail follows the track bed of the old railway line from Barmouth to Ruabon. The line was opened in 1865 and proved to be very popular with visitors. The line was also used briefly to carry slate. As cars became more popular, the line became less cost-effective and was closed in 1965.

The trail follows the river Mawddach which has been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Special Area of Conservation because of the salt marsh and lowland peat habitats.

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The Route

The Mawddach Trail is clearly marked and can be easily followed. You can join the trail from any of the following locations where there are car parks: • Y Marian, Dolgellau • Pont y Wernddu • Penmaenpool • Arthog • Morfa Mawddach • Barmouth

Important Information!

Look out for any sand blown onto the path after passing over Barmouth Bridge, although the wooden bridge itself is flat and wide.

Between Dolgellau and Morfa Mawddach, the trail is owned by the National Park Authority and for most of its length reaches a 3 metre width.

Facilities • There are accessible toilets Dolgellau, Penmaenpool, Morfa Mawddach and Barmouth. • There are several accessible benches and picnic tables along the path. • The wide gates are accessible for wheelchairs, pushbikes and pushchairs.

Useful Information • If you need any additional information regarding the trail or the area in general, including local transport, please contact or visit Dolgellau Information Centre – 01341 422888 / [email protected] • Are you interested in fishing on the Mawddach? Contact Dolgellau Fishing Society on 01341 422706

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Easy Leisure Walks Accessible Walks Mawddach Trail Aber Falls Path You are here: Visiting > Walking > Accessible Walks Janus Path Foel Ispri Path Dôl Idris Path Accessible Walks Benar Boardwalk Archaeological Walks If you’re looking for walks where accessibility is a key factor and perhaps distance is also an important consideration, then these accessible walks Family Walks should address both. Whether you're looking for a long walk such as the Other Paths Mawddach Trail or a short stroll along the Traeth Benar boardwalk, what Events these walks have in common is that they have been designed with Safety Advice accessibility in mind. These walks are relatively short and most have sections that are accessible to wheelchair users. They are also suitable for Footpath Restrictions those who want to use pushchairs and are great leisure walks. The Access Problem Mawddach Trail is also suitable for cyclists and is considered one of the Dog Owners best trails in Britain. Most of these accessible walks have facilities nearby Get Active including parking, picnic tables and toilets. Summer Mountain Safety

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Easy Leisure Walks Accessible Walks Archaeological Walks You are here: Visiting > Walking > Archaeological Walks Family Walks Other Paths Events Archaeological Walks Safety Advice Snowdonia is immersed in archaeological history and within the boundaries Footpath Restrictions of the National Park there are sites of archaeological interest showing how Access Problem people inhabited the area through the years. There are a number of key Dog Owners areas where visitors and locals can trace archaeological developments and see for themselves the historical importance assigned to this area. Our Get Active network of archaeological walks includes Craig y Ddinas, a hill fort that 360 Panoramic Views has remnants of both the Iron Age and Roman period. You can also trace Things to Do the area’s Neolithic past with the Capel Garmon walk above Betws y Coed where you’ll pass a Neolithic burial chamber dating back to the 3rd Places to Visit Millennium BC. All these walks are leisure walks and will take between 3-4 Local Events hours, walking at a leisurely pace. Local Information To view details of the walks, click one of the symbols on the map. Snowdonia For All

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Easy Leisure Walks Accessible Walks Archaeological Walks You are here: Visiting > Walking > Family Walks Family Walks Other Paths Events Famliy Walks Safety Advice Would you like something to do with your family? What about going out for Footpath Restrictions a walk enjoying the amazing views and the immense variety of walks Access Problem available within the Snowdonia National Park?

Dog Owners Below are a selection of walks we believe are suitable for families. With the Get Active exception of the Mawddach Trail, they are all under 3 miles long and on average, take between one and three hours to complete. There are some 360 Panoramic Views also suitable for pushchairs. Things to Do

Places to Visit Aber Falls Path, Abergwyngregyn Local Events Distance: 2 miles (3.2km) Time: About 2 hours Local Information Grade: Accessible walk Snowdonia For All Start / Finish: Aber Falls car park Warden Service Rhaeadr Fawr (Aber Falls) and the Aber plantation epitomise

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Where Can You Go? Respect the Environment! Publications Gwelfor, Aberdyfi If you’re going out for a walk, Distance: 3 miles (5km) please take all your rubbish Time: 2 hours home with you Grade: Easy Leisure Walk including Start / Finish: Neuadd Dyfi car park, Aberdyfi fruit skins This is an easy walk, fairly steep to start with, then levelling out for & cigarette stumps. about 1¼ miles, where there are tremendous views from the hilltops, before descending to cross the golf course and return by the beach. With rarely a person in sight, the beautiful beach at the end of the trail is a great picnic spot! More information about this walk.

Llyn Gwernan, Dolgellau Distance: 0.8 miles (1.3km) Time: Around 1 hour Grade: Easy Leisure Walk Start / Finish: SNPA Car park at Tŷ Nant/Gwernan Hotel Llyn Gwernan lake, which is around 12 acres in size, lies on the northern side of Cader Idris, around two miles from the centre of Dolgellau. It is a magnificent location, with the summits of Tyrrau Mawr to the west and the Cyfrwy to the south a striking backdrop. More information about this walk.

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Distance: 9 miles (15km) one way Grade: Accessible Walk Starting / Finish: Dolgellau or Barmouth (It is possible to join the Mawddach Trail at various points between Dolgellau and Barmouth.) This trail is considered to be one of the best trails in Britain, for cyclists as well as walkers. It follows the beautiful Mawddach estuary, giving visitors the chance to experience some of Snowdonia’s splendour, striking scenery and beautiful wildlife. The trail stretches for nine miles between Dolgellau and Barmouth and can be joined at several points, including Morfa Mawddach and Penmaenpool. This walk is suitable for pushchairs. More information about this walk.

Bryn y Castell, Ffestiniog Distance: 3 miles (5km) Time: About 3-4 hours Grade: Moderate Leisure Walk Start / Finish: Rhaeadr y Cwm Car Park, off the B4391 (SH 735 418)

Bryn y Castell is located in an area of vast historic interest: near the Sarn Helen Roman road and the traditional site of Beddau Gwŷr Ardudwy. It is also suggested that this is the location of the ‘court on the mountain’ in the legend of Math Fab Mathonwy, from the Fourth Branch of the Mabinogi. More information about this walk.

Branwen Walk, Harlech Distance: 2 miles (3km) Time: About 2 hours Grade: Moderate Leisure Walk Start / Finish: Harlech Castle car park This is a circular walk, which takes in the Castle, Harlech town, the dunes and the seaside. It will take about 2 hours but could be extended into an all day walk if you want to visit the Castle and spend some time on the beach as well. Some parts of the walk follow steep lanes but it is suitable for all ages, weathers and seasons. More information about this walk.

Coed Felin Blwm Walk, Llanrwst Distance: 2 miles (3km) Time: About 1.5 hours Grade: Moderate Leisure Walk Start / Finish: Coed Felin Blwm car park, near Llanrwst This walk has an industrial feel to it as it climbs through Coed Felin Blwm (Lead Mill Wood), which is a property of the Snowdonia National Park Authority, and then ascends further uphill to the old workings of Parc Mine in the heart of Gwydir Forest. More information about this walk.

Cwm Idwal, Ogwen Distance: 3 miles (5km) Time: About 2 hours Grade: Moderate Leisure Walk Start / Finish: Ogwen Warden Centre, Nant Ffrancon, Bethesda Cwm Idwal is a very popular attraction for visitors interested in walking, climbing, fishing and geology. Llyn Idwal is 800 metres long and 300 metres wide. The lake lies in the shadow of ‘Twll Du’, the original name for Devil’s Kitchen, which literally means Black Hole. The valley was scooped out by ice thousands of years ago and is one of the best examples of a glacial valley in Wales. More information about this walk.

Cwm Penamnen, Dolwyddelan (The Short Walk) Distance: 2 miles (3.5km) Time: 1 hour Grade: Easy Leisure Walk Start / Finish: Car park at Dolwyddelan train station

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Enjoy this lovely walk through the woods up to Cwm Penamnen valley where you can enjoy magnificent views of the mountains of Snowdonia. The valley is steeped in history and part of the walk follows the ancient Roman road of Sarn Helen that linked the Roman forts of Tomen y Mur near Trawsfynydd and Caerhun in the Conwy Valley. This walk is suitable for all-terrain pushchairs. More information about this walk.

Rhaeadr Cynfal Falls Walk, Ffestiniog Distance: 3 miles (5km) Time: 2-3 hours Grade: Moderate Leisure Walk Start / Finish: Car park in the centre of Llan Ffestiniog The dramatic waterfall of Rhaeadr Cynfal, south of Llan Ffestiniog, is hidden away in the wooded valley of the Afon Cynfal river, and the spectacular gorge is within the Ceunant Cynfal National Nature Reserve. There are fantastic views of the mountains and the sea and there are lovely woodland areas along the route. More information about this walk.

Foel Caerynwch Path, Brithdir Distance: 2 miles (3km) Time: About 1½ hours Grade: Moderate Leisure Walk Start / Finish: Brithdir village hall This circular walk rises 175m (570 feet) and takes you to the summit of Foel Caerynwch from the village of Brithdir. The peak offers a striking panoramic view of the hills of Meirionnydd. More information about this walk.

Glyn Aran Walk, Dolgellau Distance: 2½ miles (4km) Time: About 2 hours Grade: Moderate Leisure Walk Start / Finish: At Dolgellau town centre (there are ample car parks) This is a circular walk from the historic market town of Dolgellau, which allows the walker to enjoy panoramic views of the town and of the northern slopes of the Cader Idris range. It first follows a fairly steep track before joining a country road and then descending across fields back into town. More information about this walk.

Precipice Walk, Llanfachreth Distance: 3 miles (5km) Time: About 2 hours Grade: Moderate Leisure Walk Start / Finish: Saith Groesffordd car park, Llanfachreth The Precipice Walk is one of the famous attractions of Dolgellau. It passes through an interesting variety of habitats which include deciduous woodland, a conifer plantation, meadows, lakeside and sheep-walk. But the main attraction of the walk is the incomparable views down the Mawddach Estuary and of the principal mountain ranges of Snowdonia. To the north are Snowdon and the Moelwynion, to the west is the Rhinog, immediately south is the long scarp of Cader Idris, while to the east lies the Aran and Arenig. More information about this walk.

Torrent Walk, Brithdir Distance: 2½ miles (4km) Time: Around 1-2 hours Grade: Moderate Leisure Walk Start / Finish: Lay-by near the village of Brithdir on the B4416 This circular path is very popular in the Dolgellau area and it follows the river Clywedog through its striking gorge. Originally, the path was built by Thomas Payne and his son; he was also the designer of the Cob across the river Glaslyn in Porthmadog. More information about this walk.

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360 Panoramic Views Today a route has been waymarked, linking ancient churches dedicated to Things to Do the saints of the 6th century whose gentle faith, entwined with a sense of the beauty and wonder of nature, still echoes with us today. Places to Visit

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Local Information Wales Coast Path Snowdonia For All The Wales Coast Path is a long distance walking route which runs from Warden Service Chester in the north to Chepstow in the south: a distance of 870 miles Snowdon Summit (1400km).

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Taith Ardudwy Way is an upland pathway of 24 miles from Barmouth in the south of Ardudwy to Llandecwyn in the north of Ardudwy.

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Trefriw Trails is a community-led development project improving access to footpaths in and around the village of Trefriw in North Wales. To date, nine trails have been developed ranging in distance, difficulty and taking in a wide variety of terrain. This site provides information about the trails and links to other information about Trefriw and the surrounding area. Trefriw Trails Website »

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Walks by Natural Resources Wales

The Natural Resources Wales has numerous walks within the Snowdonia National Park. The Coed y Brenin Forest Park north of Dolgellau is a world-class mountain biking centre that also boasts stunning forest walks for the whole family. The Dyfi forest is located mainly to the north of the Afon Dyfi between the towns of Dolgellau to the north and Machynlleth to the south. The Gwydyr Forest Park in the north of the Snowdonia National Park enfolds the picturesque village of Betws-y-coed and has many beautiful lakes high up in the mountains.

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Walks by The National Trust

The first place that was given to The National Trust was Dinas Oleu, a 5 acre cliff top above Barmouth. Since then The National Trust have been given numerous large estates and properties in Snowdonia. Here are some of their walks in Snowdonia:

Nant Gwynant & Craflwyn Walk

Hafod y Llan walk, Craflwyn, Nant Gwynant

Gelert's Grave Walk, Beddgelert

Tŷ Mawr & Cwm Wybrnant Walk, near Betws-y-coed

Rhaeadr Ddu and Coed Ganllwyd Walk, near Dolgellau

Dolmelynllyn Estate Walk, near Dolgellau

Ornamental Lake Walk, Dolmelynllyn, near Dolgellau

Walks by Conwy County Borough Council

Conwy County Borough Council promote numerous walks and trails. They also arrange the annual Conwy Walking Week held in July.

Spring Walks programme 2013 put together by volunteers of the Cerdded Conwy Walks group. The programme can be accessed from this web page by clicking on the Spring Walks 2013 at the top of the related documents section.

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Walks by Gwynedd Council

Gwynedd Council promote their walks on the Snowdonia Mountains and Coast website.

View promoted paths by Gwynedd Council.

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Easy Leisure Walks Accessible Walks Archaeological Walks You are here: Visiting > Walking > Events Family Walks Other Paths Events Events Safety Advice Footpath Restrictions Barmouth Walking Festival Access Problem 13th - 22nd September 2014 Dog Owners This year's Walking Festival will take place Saturday 13th to Monday Get Active 22nd September 2014.

360 Panoramic Views The Walking Festival is a well established event organised to take Things to Do advantage of the fabulous walks and dramatic landscape accessible Places to Visit from Barmouth, on the west coast of Wales. Taking place in September every year, the festival gives walkers of all abilities the Local Events opportunity to enjoy guided walks around the beautiful Mawddach Local Information Estuary and Southern Snowdonia.

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Easy Leisure Walks Accessible Walks Archaeological Walks You are here: Visiting > Walking > Safety Advice Family Walks Other Paths Events Mountain Safety Advice Safety Advice Whether you plan to tackle one of Snowdonia’s towering peaks or just Safety Advice Links want to walk along our stunning coastline, rivers and beaches, make sure Footpath Restrictions you’re fully prepared so you can safely enjoy the area’s diverse landscape Access Problem and breathtaking scenery. Our wardens are always ready to offer advice Dog Owners and guidance on how to stay safe within the National Park, but you must be thoroughly prepared before you set out. Take a few minutes to read Get Active our Mountain Safety Guidelines below so you can safely enjoy all the 360 Panoramic Views National Park has to offer. Things to Do

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Plan your route carefully before you set off by choosing a route that suits the fitness level of everybody in your group, not just your own. Reaching the summit is only half the battle so be vigilant as you descend the mountain, as you will become tired and are more likely to slip or trip at this point.

Keep to your planned route at all times and don’t follow others ahead of you – they may be taking a much more challenging and dangerous route than you.

Wear comfortable, ankle-supporting walking boots and suitable clothing. The terrain can be uneven and the weather unpredictable. You'll need a waterproof and windproof jacket and over trousers. In wintry conditions you’ll need to take extra clothing such as a thermal base layer, fleece jacket, gloves and a hat.

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important to maintain your energy levels, as walking can be hard work. During the summer, make sure you carry extra water and sunscreen, as there is little shade to be found on the mountains.

Take a map and compass with you and make sure you know how to use them. They are an essential piece of kit. Make sure you pack an Click above for a detailed weather extra layer of clothing as temperatures can plummet high up in the forecast for Snowdonia supplied peaks. It’s vital to carry a torch, whistle, first aid kit and mobile by the Met Office. Remember to phone, but remember – you’re not guaranteed a signal on the check the forecast before you set mountain so don’t rely on your phone if you get into difficulty. out. Check the weather forecast before you set out and if the weather deteriorates, turn back. Conditions on the mountain can change National Park App quickly with fierce winds, low clouds and freezing temperatures making visibility and walking impossible. Visit the Met Office website For safety advice whilst on the for a detailed weather forecast before you set out. move, download our iPhone and Android App Enjoy Snowdonia Tell someone reliable about your plans, which route you’re taking and which has useful tips on how to what time you expect to return-so they can raise the alarm if you stay safe whilst exploring the don’t make it back by your given time. Remember to let them know if Snowdonia National Park. Click your plans change at all. here for more information.

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Ticks are parasites that feed on animal and human blood. When you are in the countryside you are at risk of being bitten by a tick. Ticks can carry a variety of diseases so it is important that you know what to do if you are bitten, or how to avoid being bitten in the first place. For more information go to www.bada-uk.org.

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Walking Snowdon Walks Hard Mountain Walks Hard Leisure Walks Moderate Leisure Walks Easy Leisure Walks Accessible Walks Archaeological Walks You are here: Visiting > Walking > Footpath Restrictions Family Walks Other Paths Events Public Footpath No. 13, in the community of Arthog Safety Advice Temporary Prohibition of Use – 11th of March 2013 (for Footpath Restrictions approximately 6 months) Access Problem Notice is given that Gwynedd Council intend to make an order that will Dog Owners prohibit any person from proceeding in either direction along that length Get Active of public footpath No.13 in the community of Arthog as referred to in the Schedule below. 360 Panoramic Views The order is necessary on health and safety grounds to the public whilst Things to Do Click on the image above to building work commences on a new embankment and improvements to Places to Visit download a printable map existing embankments as part of the Fairbourne Flood Alleviation Scheme. Local Events There will be no convenient alternative route during the closure period of Local Information the path.

Snowdonia For All The order came into effect on the 11th of March, 2013 and will continue in Warden Service force for a period not exceeding six months or until the work which it is Snowdon Summit proposed to carry out on the paths is completed, whichever is the earlier. If the work is not completed within six months the order may be extended Webcams for a further period of six months with the approval of the welsh Picture Gallery Government. At this stage it is anticipated that the work will be completed Videos within approximately 40 weeks.

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Public Footpath No.13 in the Community of Arthog Western Section From point A (Grid.Ref SH610139) at the corner of the golf course, lying approximately 385 meters to the north of the Fairbourne Golf Club, travelling in a generally easterly direction for a distance of approximately 2074 meters to point B (Grid.Ref SH628142) at Morfa Mawddach Train Station.

Public Footpath No.13 in the Community of Arthog Eastern Section From point C (Grid.Ref SH633149) at its junction with Public Bridleway No.14, lying approximately 130 meters to the east of Mawddach Crescent, travelling in a generally easterly and then south easterly direction for a distance of approximately 1694 meters to point D (Grid.Ref SH645146) at its junction with the A493 Road near Arthog Church.

Public Footpath No.13 in the Community of Arthog – Mawddach Trail At the crossing point of Public Footpath No.13 and the Mawddach Trail, point E (Grid.Ref SH604148), there will be a controlled crossing for users of the Mawddach Trail.

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Local Events It is important to note that the Snowdonia National Park Authority is not Local Information the designated Highways Authority and is therefore not legally responsible for the Public Rights of Way (PRoW) network including its furniture and Snowdonia For All surface. However, any complaint reports we receive will be passed on to Warden Service the relevant Authority and landowner(s) for their attention. Snowdon Summit How do I report a problem? Webcams If you have encountered a problem on the PRoW in Snowdonia or have a Picture Gallery general enquiry concerning the rights of way network and access in Snowdonia, please let us know Videos • by logging your enquiry / problem on our interactive map Frequently Asked Questions • or call us 01766 770274. (Lines open 9am - 5pm Monday – Thursday, Where Can You Go? 9am - 4:40pm Friday)

Publications How do I use the RoW map to report a problem? To use the RoW map you must first register your details within the site, this enables us to contact you should we require further information. Registering also means you do not have to re-enter your details if you want to report more problems in the future. Personal information is required to follow up on the problems raised. It is never passed onto to any third party and is held in accordance with the data protection act.

Please note that by registering you are agreeing to the Terms and Conditions for the Snowdonia National Park Authority website and online mapping, which can be read here.

To register and access the online RoW map click here.

Once registered, a map of the park will open in your browser. Use the navigations tools to locate your problem on the map and the complaint tool to open the complaint form to log your problem.

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The RoW map, displays the PRoW for information purposes only. PRoW are recorded on a Definitive Map and Statement (a legal record of PRoW),

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which is held by the local council. Each path is classified according to who is allowed to use it and the public's rights along it. The precise line of a PRoW can only be determined by reference to the Definitive Map (1:10560 scales); the RoW path layer on the RoW map has been produced by digitising the Definitive Map. Snowdonia National Park Authority can accept no responsibility for any error or inaccuracy which may arise from the digitisation of the PRoW from the Definitive Map.

What happens next? Your enquiry will be registered within 2 working days and assigned to a warden who will investigate the matter. The warden will prioritise the work required and will contact you within 10 working days of the enquiry being registered to notify you of the proposed course of action. Some matters are complex and not easily resolved, and may require action by other parties such as land managers and the local authority. This means that some reports will take longer to resolve than others.

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Get Active The countryside is a great place to exercise your dog but this should be 360 Panoramic Views done responsibly and where your dog does not become a nuisance or danger to livestock, wildlife or other people (or other dogs). It is an Things to Do offence to allow your dog to attack or chase livestock under the Dogs Places to Visit (Protection of Livestock) Act 1953 and a farmer may legally shoot any dog Local Events that is behaving in this way without notice or any form compensation to Local Information the owner.

Snowdonia For All There are principally two types of access provision available to the public within the National Park which have slightly differing rules on dogs. One is Warden Service `access land` as designated by the Countryside and Rights of Way Act Snowdon Summit (CROW)2000 and is marked on the OS maps in a cream wash which is Webcams encompassed within a brown line. This states that you must put your dog Picture Gallery on a lead whilst on access land between 1st March and 31st July. This is to avoid disturbance to stock – mainly sheep and cattle but other local Videos restrictions may also apply for ground nesting birds or plant communities Frequently Asked Questions or certain colonies of insects (such as rare butterflies). Where Can You Go? The second type of access to the countryside is using the Public Rights of Publications Way network such as Public Footpaths. This legislation differs slightly in that your dog needs to be only under `close control` and not specifically on a lead. However, the same rules apply. That is - do not allow your dog to chase or attack livestock or be a nuisance to others.

Dog owners may not be aware of the particular danger that cattle potentially pose, especially when they have young calves at foot. Dogs can arouse very protective instincts in cattle and we strongly advise members of the public, when accompanied by dogs, to avoid them or give them a wide berth whenever possible. If pursued, you should immediately release the dog’s lead and concentrate on your own safety. Your dog will very likely run away only to return to you later when you have safely removed yourself from harm.

Dog mess! Everybody knows how unpleasant this can be and it can be a source of serious infections. So never leave this where people walk, play or picnic and always clear up after your dog, get rid of it responsibly by taking it away and place it in dedicated bins. In the countryside it is an option to flick it away into long grass but make sure this is well away from any drains or watercourses and do not leave it in plastic bags on the side of footpaths or anywhere else.

Horses Q. What do I do if I come across horses in the National Park?

A. In some areas of Snowdonia you may encounter feral or other horses.

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Horses do not ordinarily pose a threat to humans but they may take a dislike to your dog even when they may be well behaved. So it is best to avoid them where possible.

Although you may be tempted, you should not attempt to give food or treats to horses as this can cause friction within their social group and however well meaning you may be it is possible to get badly injured inadvertently if they lash out against one another when in close proximity.

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Snowdonia For All Snowdonia is renowned for its walking and climbing but it also has some of the best mountain biking facilities in the world! Water sports and fishing Warden Service are extremely popular here with plenty of lakes, rivers and coastline to Snowdon Summit enjoy! There are extensive bridleways networks within the National Park Webcams for those who like to explore on horse back, and there are world-class golf courses here. On a rainy day, why not visit one of the Leisure Centres to Picture Gallery enjoy the variety of facilities on offer? Videos Further information on outdoor activities in Snowdonia can be found on the Frequently Asked Questions Snowdonia Active website. Where Can You Go?

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Frequently Asked Questions A. No. Most of the land in the National Park is privately owned. You Wild Camping can explore almost everywhere by using the vast network of rights of way. You can also explore large areas of upland and uncultivated Where Can You Go? areas on foot, using the open access rights. The Countryside Code Publications website provides advice to visitors and landowners on how to respect, protect and enjoy the countryside.

Q. What time does the Park open and what does it cost to get in?

A. Snowdonia National Park is open all the time and costs nothing to get in.

Q. Where can I take my dog in the National Park and does it need to be on a lead?

A. The countryside is a great place to exercise dogs, but it’s every owner’s duty to make sure their dog is not a danger or nuisance to farm animals, wildlife or other people.

By law, you must control your dog so that it does not disturb or scare farm animals or wildlife. You must keep your dog on a short lead on most areas of open country and common land between 1 March and 31 July, and at all times near farm animals.

> You do not have to put your dog on a lead on public paths as long as it is under close control. But as a general rule, keep your dog on a lead if you cannot rely on its obedience. By law, farmers are entitled to destroy a dog that injures or worries their animals. > If a farm animal chases you and your dog, it is safer to let your dog off the lead – don’t risk getting hurt by trying to protect it. > Take particular care that your dog doesn’t scare sheep and lambs or wander where it might disturb birds that nest on the ground and other wildlife – eggs and young will soon die without protection from their parents. > Everyone knows how unpleasant dog mess is and it can cause infections – so always clean up after your dog and get rid of the mess responsibly. Also make sure your dog is wormed regularly to protect it, other animals and people. > At certain times dogs may not be allowed on some areas of open land or may need to be kept on a lead. Please follow any signs.

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Q. Do I have to pay for car parking in the Park?

A. There are a huge variety of car parks in the National Park ranging from local authority maintained car parks to those operated by public land managers such as RSPB and the Forestry Commission and to private land managers and individual estates. The majority of car parks are pay-and-display car parks.

Can I camp anywhere in the National Park or do I need permission?

A. Although camping should be confined to authorised sites, the Snowdonia National Park Authority accepts that wild camping on un- enclosed fell land, remote from the roads, is generally accepted if undertaken responsibly by small numbers of people.

Whilst wild camping can be a rewarding experience and bring people closer to their natural environment.

However, most land within Snowdonia National Park is privately owned and has specific land uses such as farming (for mostly sheep and cattle) or forestry and wild camping is not allowed unless permission is specifically granted by the respective landowner/s or farmer otherwise you are committing a trespass.

This is also the case in any unfenced isolated upland areas. The Countryside & Rights Of Way Act (CROW) access land provisions specifically state (under the list of restrictions in Schedule 2{1} s) that wild camping is not an allowable activity unless granted by permission.

You should also be aware that some areas may have other sensitive designations such as Special Sites of Scientific Interest or Special Areas of Conservation to protect natural features such as its geology and wildlife habitats such as ancient woodlands, nesting birds and a host of other protected species.

However, in the case where landowners have given their permission then we suggest that any camping should be done responsibility and discretely in the hills and mountains and that you should follow the Wild Camping Code as below:

Camp high and off the beaten track on open hills and fells and well away from houses and farms.

Pitch your camp later in the day and leave early to minimise your visual presence.

Stay for one night only to minimise your impact.

Leave no trace that you’ve camped.

Don’t light any fires and use a gas stove for cooking.

Toileting should be at least 30 m away from any water source or path, and waste buried at least 15cm deep and covered over. Carry out paper and any sanitary items with you.

Leave no litter; take away all rubbish and food scraps with you.

Don’t pollute the area with any non-eco-friendly detergents and do not use streams and rivers for washing with soaps or other washing products. Take a small bowl and dispose of this well away from any water courses.

Move on respectively without argument if asked by a landowner to do so.

Use unobtrusive coloured tents that blend in with the scenery.

Camp with just one or two tents; no groups.

Choose your pitch carefully and avoid digging ditches, trampling plants and moving rocks and stones just to accommodate your tent.

Be quiet.

If you’re in any doubt about whether you can camp, choose another location.

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Q. How can I find a caravan or camp site in the Park?

A. Snowdonia has many caravanning and camping facilities to offer from small campsites to larger sites catering for caravans as well as tents, suited for the whole family. Visit our Tourist Information Centres for further information or go to Snowdonia Mountains and Coast’s website.

Q. Can I take my canoe / kayak / raft / windsurfer onto rivers and lakes in the Park?

A. Legally the water itself is not owned, whoever owns the land along the river's edge (the riparian owner) also owns the property rights to the river bed. Under the Countryside and Rights of Way Act 2000, anyone on that water without permission from the riparian owner is trespassing. There are access rights to some rivers and lakes within Snowdonia. For further information, contact the Welsh Canoeing Association.

Q. What are the rules regarding fishing in the National Park?

A. The Snowdonia National Park offers some of the best fishing in the UK. But before fishing please ensure that you have a valid Environment Agency rod licence which you can buy from all Post Offices or by visiting the Environment Agency website, and that you also have a valid permit from the appropriate association or owner which you can buy from fisheries, fishing tackle shops or Tourist Information Centres.

Q. Can I spread cremated ashes in the National Park?

A. The National Park Authority owns very little land in the National Park and so the answer must be that you must get the permission of the landowner first. We appreciate that people can develop a great attachment for particular places and so the Authority has no objection but as the vast majority of the land is privately owned it is courteous to ask for permission.

Q. Will the spreading of ashes affect the natural life of the area?

A. Like everything it’s a question of degree and the Authority would not be in favour of anything which changes the natural ecosystem in areas of conservation interest. Approx. 29% of Snowdonia is designated for its special scientific significance and within SSSI and NNR sites, such requests would require consultation.

Q. Can I spread ashes on the summit of Snowdon?

A. The Authority leases an area of land on the summit of Snowdon from the Welsh Assembly Government. However, the summit is a very popular spot and can be very windy and so there can be a distinct lack of privacy for what can be an emotional act and it can inconvenience others. Other peaks are less busy and provide more privacy and may be used with the landowners' permission, of course. The cautionary note regarding areas of conservation interest still applies.

Q. Can I erect a memorial stone or provide a bench in memory of a loved one?

A. The Authority is not in favour of stones or benches on the mountain

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as they detract from the feeling of wildness that many people come to enjoy. Certain formally managed sites may be suitable however and while we do not have any suitable areas the National Trust or the Forestry Commission may be able to assist. However, the Authority can accept donations specifically to help with the upkeep of such areas.

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Picture Gallery Most land in the Snowdonia National Park is privately owned and farmed. By showing respect and consideration for the countryside and wildlife and Videos for the people who live and work in Snowdonia, you can help to make Frequently Asked Questions sure that the National Park will be here for future generations to enjoy.

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You also have a legal right of access, on foot, to land which has been mapped as Open Country and Registered Common Land.

These areas are shown on Ordnance Survey Explorer OL Maps. Numbers 17, 18 and 23 cover the Park on scale 1:25,000.

Stiles and gates leading to Open Country are signed with the brown and white logo.

Signifies that you are leaving Open Country. Access is on rights of way only.

The Countryside and Rights of Way Act (CROW 2000) requires that the maps showing open country - mountain, moor, heath, down land and registered commons must be reviewed by Natural Resources Wales every ten years. This process started in July 2012. The second stage of the review is currently underway with the publication of the All Wales Provision Map.

Full copies of these Provisional Maps covering the Snowdonia National Park are available for the public to view in our offices in Penrhyndeudraeth. If you require further information then please contact our SNPA Access Officer Peter Rutherford. 01766 772258 – [email protected] or follow the link to the Natural resources Wales website.

From time to time, areas of Open Country may be closed to the public or certain conditions may be imposed. This may be to avoid danger to the public, to benefit wildlife, or to allow farmers to carry out essential work. Details of any closures or restrictions in force are available on the Countryside Council for Wales website: www.ccw.gov.uk.

Outside Open Country, please keep to rights of way. You will minimise disturbance to farmers and their livestock, wild animals, birds and plants.

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Dogs often cause injury to farm animals – particularly to sheep – in Snowdonia; causing terrible suffering to the animals, and financial loss to the farmers involved.

Please remember that even a normally well behaved dog can cause death and suffering, without necessarily attacking livestock. Sheep are highly susceptible to disturbance, especially when they are heavily pregnant or have just given birth, and can die as a result of being chased even a short distance. New born lambs need time to find their feed, bond with their mothers and suckle. If they are disturbed they can die. Please keep your dog under control, preferably on a lead, near sheep.

You have a legal duty to keep your dog under control:

On public rights of way you have a legal duty to keep your dog “under close control”.

On Open Country it should be on a lead (no more than 2 metres long) between 1st March and 31st July, and at all times when near livestock.

You are strongly advised to avoid cattle, particularly with young calves at foot, when you are accompanied by dogs. Attacks on both dogs and their owners can occur when cattle feel threatened, or even merely curious.

Camping

To camp anywhere in the National Park, you must have the permission of the landowner or the farmer. Unfenced hill land is no exception. The National Park Authority cannot give you permission; neither can we let the public have the names and addresses of landowners.

A list of licensed camp sites, many of which are small and off the beaten track, is available from the National Park Authority.

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Situated on the west coast of Britain covering 823 square miles of diverse landscapes, Snowdonia National Park is a living working area, home to over 26,000 people. As well as being the largest National Park in Wales, Snowdonia boasts the highest mountain in England and Wales, and the Snowdonia National Park Study largest natural lake in Wales, as well as a wealth of picturesque villages Centre like Betws y Coed and Beddgelert. Snowdonia is an area steeped in culture and local history, where more than half its population speak Where is Snowdonia? Welsh. Quick Links

Eryri/Snowdonia 2015-16 Walking The National Park's annual magazine Eryri/ Snowdonia 2015-2016 is now available on-line! View our e-magazine which is jam-packed with information and ideas to help you make the most Mountain Safety of your time in Snowdonia!

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Eryri Management Plan View interactive map The Management Plan is an important Warden Service document relating to the future of the area! View the Management Plan e-document which Notice Board provides the strategic policy framework Picture Gallery for the entire National Park. Volunteer Days Help us safeguard the Park through locating Japanese On your Bike! Knotweed Click here for more details more details » Have Your Say

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The Dolgellau Book Mountains, lakes, woodlands, valleys... this is what Snowdonia National Park means to most people, but this area in north west Wales has much more to offer.

History and culture are everywhere and the Welsh language is the mother tongue of 58.6% of the population. You're sure to see and hear the Welsh language in use when you visit.

The landscape illustrates the history of the area through Stone Age burial chambers, Roman forts, churches, castles, slate quarries and other industrial works.

The area is also internationally renowned for its geology. In the 19th century investigations into some of the world's oldest rocks took place in Snowdonia.

Want to learn more? Click on the links at the top left of the page.

Are you a student or teacher? Click on our Education Services link for a wide range of comprehensive information about the area.

Bwrlwm Eryri

Bwrlwm Eryri is a cultural heritage venture established by Snowdonia National Park, launched at the Eryri and District National Eisteddfod in August 2005.

The aim of the venture is to protect and promote the rich cultural heritage that exists within the boundaries of the Park and nearby areas. We hope to do this by working with communities and organizations as well as the voluntary, public and private sectors in order to collect, record, protect and promote our heritage for the future.

Heritage is very often something of which we are not aware, it is

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something waiting for us to discover and be overwhelmed by a feeling of belonging to an ancient culture or way of life. Cultural heritage is not something that can be learned in a class or lecture, but something to live and feel, and hopefully, through the activities of Bwrlwm Eryri, we can encourage people to live and feel and discover part of our heritage for themselves.

For further information, please contact: Phone: 01766 770 274 E-mail:[email protected]

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A National Park can be described as an area of land that is protected by an act for the benefit of the public’s enjoyment. National Parks protect and enhance natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage. There are 15 National Parks in Britain with the Cairngorms National Park in Scotland the largest. It measures 1,465 square miles (4,528 square Km) which is larger than Luxembourg. Wales has three National Parks, Snowdonia, Pembrokeshire Coast and the Brecon Beacons.

Snowdonia National Park

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Snowdonia National Park was created in 1951 and is the largest in Wales at 823 square miles or 2,176 square kilometers. Snowdonia National Park is;

• Twice the size of Anglesey.

• A little smaller than Pembrokeshire.

• The third largest in Britain after the Cairngorms and Lake District.

• The same size as the counties of Cardiff, Merthyr, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Newport, Caerphilly and Torfaen put together.

Snowdon

Snowdonia is home to Mount Snowdon, the largest mountain in Wales and England that stands at 1,085m above sea level. From the summit on a clear day you can see as far as the Lake District and Ireland.

Snowdonia's Visitors

Around 10 million visitor days are spent in Snowdonia each year with around 4.7 million visitors coming to the area.

Snowdonia's Footpaths

There is around 1,479 miles of public footpaths here in Snowdonia. They vary from mountainous paths to low-level leisure networks. If you put Snowdonia’s footpath network together you’d be able to drive along the winding roads to Bari in Italy or as the crow flies reach Russia’s western borders.

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What’s great about these leisure walks is that they are all on the flat and cover easy ground with little or no gradient. You can either walk part of the route or complete the whole trail–it’s entirely up to you. With the exception of the Mawddach Trail, all these easy leisure walks can be completed within a few hours leaving you free to explore the Snowdonia National Park at your leisure. Comfortable waking shoes are recommended.

To view details of the walks, click one of the symbols on the map.

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