WINTER LAKE WALKS IN SNOWDONIA

The lakes in Snowdonia are an incredibly beautiful part of the area’s landscape and at this time of year, they come into their own. Walking around the lakes all wrapped up with the crisp cold air and if you’re lucky, the sun shining is incredible. Here are our best winter lake walks…

LLYN TEGID | BALA

To make your way around Llyn Tegid will take in the region of 8 hours. However, there are lots of different routes ranging from 1-8 hours; some part walking, part steam train or certain sections that are known for their beauty. For a breakdown of the walks, this is a great information source: Bala Lake Walking Trails.

LLYN PADARN | LLANBERIS

A couple of hours allows for a great walk which will include a bit of forest, a bit of industrial archeology an old quarry hospital, not to mention the incredible views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. A WALK AROUND LLYN PADARN

LLYN MAIR | TAN Y BWLCH

Llyn Mair is a beautiful lake with plenty of space and picnic benches to relax on after a walk around the lake itself. The woodlands, views of the lake, wildlife, and a pretty little waterfall make this a lovely 2 mile walk which will take approx 1.5 hours. LLYN MAIR NATURE TRAIL

LLYN DINAS | BEDDGELERT

Llyn Dinas and Llyn Gwynant are set in one of the most beautiful places in Snowdonia. This 5km walk will take approx 1.5 hours and is a great for all the family. A good stroll which takes around part of the lake and through a forest – it’s a really stunning lake with an incredible backdrop of the mountains. LLYN DINAS FAMILY WALK