Mountain biking in Idwal

Zip World - Fforest

In a stunning woodland setting nestled in the North Wales Conwy Valley, close to the iconic Snowdonia village of Betws y Coed, a host of forest adventures and foodie delights await.

Tree top adventure in Betws-y-Coed

A high ropes centre offering thrilling activities from rope courses to gorge walking. Visit the website    

Swallow Falls Waterfall

Swallow Falls Waterfall is the highest continuous waterfall in Wales. The falls are set on the River Llugwy in the beautiful Gwydir Forest. Visit the website.     

Walking and Rambling in Betws-y-Coed

 We have several forestry routes leading from the hostel grounds to go off and explore on foot - just ask at reception!  Discovering Britain walk with the Royal Geographical Society: The Qu

Mountain Biking in Betws-y-Coed

The Marin Trail is a world famous downhill trail, just 5 minutes ride from the hostel.

Cycling in Betws-y-Coed

Bike hire is available in the village but we can arrange for bikes to be collected and returned at the hostel.

Mountain Bike Hire in Betws-y-Coed

Specialising in group bike hire, we, Beics Betws, are based in Betws y Coed - a Mecca for Mountain Biking with lots of nearby routes. Visit their website.

Fairy Glen

The Fairy Glen is a secluded and enchanting gorge carved by the river Conwy.

Gwydyr Stables

A wonderful location for horse riding, pony trekking or extended day trail rides with breathtaking views across the Snowdonia Mountains. A variety of routes and options cater for all types of rider

Bodnant Gardens

There's 80 acres of magnificent gardens to explore, with lovely Italianate terraces, formal lawns and magical wooded valley.  From here there are stunning views across to northern Snowdonia.

Walking and Rambling in Rowen

Take the old Roman road from outside the hostel and walk to Tal-y-Fan Mountain, part of Carneddau Range, 2000ft above sea level.

Conwy Water Gardens

1.1 miles Visit the aquarium, reptile house and otters, fish on the lake, explore the woodlands and tuck in at the Dutch pancake house. Visit the website

Watersports in Idwal

Llyn Ogwen is very popular with fishermen. You might even catch a Gwyniad, a sub-species of European white fish, trapped in the lake after the Ice Age 10,000 years ago.

Running in Idwal

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 &

Cwm Idwal Nature reserve

Discover a landscape that was sculptured by ice thousands of years ago.

Climbing in Idwal

The best climbing in the whole world, well, so the hostel manager says! You'll find all varieties of rock and levels.