Around Llyn Idwal from Llyn Ogwen
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Walk directions
The Cwm Idwal nature trail starts to the left of the Snack Bar at Ogwen, and climbs up the hillside to pass some impressive cascades. Ignore a narrower path left, just before the main path swings right.
Arriving at the foot of Llyn Idwal, turn left along its eastern shores. The clear footpath climbs into the dark shadows of Cwm Idwal.
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Additional information
Terrain
- Well-defined paths, but very rocky around Twll Du
Landscape
- High mountain cwm
Dog friendliness
- Dogs should be on a lead
Parking
- Small pay car park at Ogwen (card or contactless only)
Toilets en route
- Next door to Ogwen Snack Bar
About the walk
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About the area
The county of Gwynedd is home to most of the Snowdonia National Park – including the wettest spot in Britain, an arête running up to Snowdon’s summit that receives an average annual rainfall of 4,473mm. With its mighty peaks, rivers and strong Welsh heritage (it has the highest proportion of Welsh-speakers in all of Wales), it’s always been an extremely popular place to visit and live.
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