The Top 20 Attractions around Dolgellau
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Dolgellau. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Dolgellau is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 11, 2025
Penygadair summit, Cadair Idris
Highlight • Summit
Complex and striking, Cadair Idris is the Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) of southern Eryri (Snowdonia): a honeypot mountain renowned for its imperious cliffs, enticing ridges and pretty tarns. It is a …
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Rhinog Fach Summit
Highlight • Natural Monument
North Wales’ Rhinog mountains are the antidote to Snowdonia’s tourist-crowded honeypots. Wild, rough, and occasionally challenging underfoot, the rewards for putting in the effort come in the form of rugged …
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Mawddach Estuary Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
Flat and easy largely traffic-free gravel trail winding towards the sea with beautiful views. We did it there and back with lunch in Barmouth. Lots of people cycling with kids and dogs – definitely family friendly.
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Llyn Cau
Highlight • Viewpoint
Llyn Cau has an ambience all of its own. This is a beautiful high mountain pool watched over by the frowning cliffs of Craig Cwm Amarch and Penygadair, Cadair Idris' …
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Diffwys Summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
Diffwys Summit Cairn. Great views of the estuary and out to sea.
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Llyn Cynwch
Highlight • Lake
Llyn Cynwch acts as both a 'prequel' and 'sequel' to the Precipice Walk, one of the most famous and popular walks in the area with breathtaking views. You'll get a …
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Y Llethr
Highlight • Viewpoint
I had a stunning day for a looped walk of the Llethr and Diffwys here. It is a beautiful ridge line with great views. Started and finished from Talybont.
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Rhaeadr Ddu (Black Falls) Waterfalls
Highlight • Natural Monument
Rhaeadr Ddu, or 'Black Falls' in English, are two waterfalls which cascade over 60 feet (18 m). Nestled amid woodland, these magnificent falls change character with every season. Take care on slippery rocks!
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Cregennan Lakes
Highlight • Lake
These twin lakes are particularly beautiful and lie just north of Cadair Idris. Both are owned by the National Trust and are free to visit. With mountains rising around them …
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Barmouth Bridge
Highlight • Cycleway
A single-track railway with a wooden pedestrian walkway alongside, Barmouth Bridge is a particularly awesome viaduct. It stretches across the estuary at Barmouth and provides fantastic views in every direction, …
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Tony the Tiger Trail
Highlight (Segment) • MTB Park
If you're following the ClimachX loop, here's where all that pedalling finally pays off! From the trailhead, you'll ride all the way down off the hillside to the car park …
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