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

Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa): Routes to the top

There are many routes to the top of Snowdon (in Welsh 'Yr Wyddfa') with some big paths that can get crowded and some lesser-trodden trails. Here's all you need to know about the routes up Snowdon.

Walking the Cambrian Way

The Cambrian Way is a 298-mile walk from south to north Wales (Cardiff and Conwy), coast to coast, through incredible upland and mountain scenery. Tackle it in one go or break it down into sections, find out all you need to know about walking the Cambrian Way in this comprehensive guide.

Moel Siabod Circular walk

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

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.

Walking and Scrambling in Snowdonia

Discover more about scrambling in the beautiful and rugged terrain of Snowdonia National Park, with local mountaineering expert and #GetOutside champion Jason Rawles.

10 Facts about Snowdonia National Park

Find out about the wildlife, weather and mountain ranges with our infographic guide to Snowdonia National Park.

Walking routes in South Snowdonia

Snowdonia, and in particular, southern Snowdonia has a network of walks for people of all abilities, whether you want the challenge of ascending Cadair Idris or prefer one of the leisurely walks in an around Dolgellau where you are guaranteed breath taking scenery and diverse landscapes.

Trig bagging at Foel Fras and Cwm Anafon

Tackling one of Wales' 15 big peaks with views across Snowdonia, Anglesey and Liverpool Bay from the Foel Fras trig pillar.
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