Surrounded by some of the best climbing in Britain, there's plenty of choice with single pitch and multi pitch routes, bouldering problems and a variety of rock types to suit all levels. Instructor led courses for beginners are available locally. If the weather is uninviting there's an excellent indoor wall nearby.
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The hostel is a short drive from the Forestry Commission's Marin Trail with its challenging ascents and technical descents - best for experienced mountain bikers. The track along the shores of Lake...
The hostel is close to several Sustrans cycle network routes and other spectacular road routes, either through the hills or along the flatter coastal roads, all within breathtaking scenery.
A pleasant walk passing farms and crossing fields on the way to Llanberis. The route provides views across the valley, a spectacular waterfall, mountain and lakeside railways, a lakeside walk and a...
A fantastic alternative route to Snowdon, away from the crowds, with stunning views of Anglesey, the Llanberis Llyns, slate quarries and Dinorwig.
A scenic route to popular Snowdon / Yr Wyddfa, the tallest mountain in England and Wales. Spectacular views across Snowdonia / Eryri and to Ireland and Scotland on a good day.
Electric Mountain is home to the Dinorwig Power Station, set in the mountains of Eryri (Snowdonia) and dubbed "Britain's largest battery" this hydroelectric station houses 6 electric generators...
Travel on Britain’s only rack and pinion railway to Hafod Eryri, the stunning new visitor centre at the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Visit the website
Snowdonia Watersports (previously Surf Lines) offers an exciting range of adventures combining new skills, travel, exploration and an element of risk. Visit the website
High level activities to get the heart racing! Enjoy the leaps, swings and zip line with spectacular views of Eryri (Snowdonia).
Discover the timeless appeal of narrow-gauge steam trains. Enjoy views of Eryri (Snowdonia) as you travel along the shores of Llyn Padarn.
Located between Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and the sea, experience superb riding amongst some of the best mountain and coastal scenery in the British Isles, whatever your ability. Visit the website
Walk around Llyn Idwal and discover stunning waterfalls, the famous Devils Kitchen and the magnificent Eryri (Snowdonia) hills - beautiful on any day of the year.
The best climbing in the whole world, well, so the hostel manager says! You'll find all varieties of rock and levels. Even beginners can get a grasp of the rock as instructor led courses and equipment...
Discover a landscape that was sculptured by ice thousands of years ago. Cwm Idwal has the glacial lake of Llyn Idwal at its centre, is encircled by some of Wales' most impressive mountains and is home...
Glyder Ridge Distance: 5.5 miles/8km Start/Finish: Ogwen car park, Llyn Ogwen, LL57 3LZ Terrain: Mountain track, trail Toughness: Challenging Ascent: 731 metres Navigation: Moderate to challenging...
A great walk to Llyn Idwal which is surrounded by steep, high crags and scree slopes. With lots for geologists and botanists to enjoy this stunning route provides great views across the Ogwen valley...