SNOWDONIA

NATIONAL PARK

Snowdonia National Park in North Wales contains Snowdon, which at 1085 m (3560 ft.) is the tallest mountain in England and Wales. However, it is also home to the largest lake in Wales, Bala Lake, plus countless other peaks and paths to explore.

As well as walking, you can also enjoy indoor and outdoor climbing, horse riding, water sports and fishing.

Top Snowdonia National Park articles

Water adventures to have this summer

Keep yourself busy but refreshed by spending time on (or in!) the water. Take a look at our fantastic ideas of best water-based activities this summer and try something new.

27 swims for my 27th birthday

When it comes to setting challenges, GetOutside Champion Rory Southworth throws himself into the wild and wondrous kind! Had he bitten off more than he could chew attempting 27 swims in a day for his 27th birthday?

Snowdon: Routes to the top

There are many routes to the top of Snowdon itself (in Welsh 'Yr Wyddfa') with some big paths that can get crowded, but when you look across the horizon of a hundred hills you'll know why it's so popular. Here's all you need to know about the routes up Snowdon.

Sofa to Snowdon

Meet Tim. What started as a chat around a camp fire, ended up as one man's epic journey to change his lifestyle and reach his first ever mountain summit.

Moel Siabod Circular walk

Follow this medium difficulty walking route up Moel Siabod in Snowdonia with brilliant views from the summit

91 and still getting outside

GetOutside Champion Anna Humphries, helped her Grandad reach the summit of Snowdon. In fact, he celebrated his 91st birthday at the top! He's living live to the full and proving that age doesn't need to be a barrier in getting outside.

Llyn Idwal and The Glyders

Glyder Fach is one of the more underrated mountains in Snowdonia, but coupled with taking in the views of Llyn Idwal and starting from the Ogwen valley, a long summers day or even a whole weekend can be made of this stunning walk.

It’s not just about Snowdon in northern Snowdonia

Adventurer and navigation workshop leader, Jason Rawles takes us on 3 lesser-known but incredible routes in northern Snowdonia.

Top 5 historic sites in Snowdonia

If you’re planning a trip to the beautiful location of Snowdonia, you’ll most likely be looking into what you can do while you’re there. For the history lovers, Snowdonia is a goldmine of stunning historical locations steeped in culture, legend and stories from the past.

Ride the Railways in Snowdonia

Discover which Railways there are to ride in Snowdonia.

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