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The Top 13 Waterfalls around Trawsfynydd

However you get there, waterfalls are breathtaking places, and you have 13

beautiful waterfalls to choose from around Trawsfynydd. So you can better figure out which one to visit on your next trip outdoors, see photos and tips of each waterfall below — and easily plan your next adventure!

Last updated: November 11, 2025

Rhosydd Quarry — Ruins and Waterfall

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A poignant vestige of the area’s slate mining heritage. These mines produced around 200 million slates from the 1830s until the beginning of the 20th century. Conditions for the workers, …

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Rhaeadr Ddu (Black Falls) Waterfalls

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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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Coed Ganllwyd National Nature Reserve

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This peaceful and mystical ancient woodland is festooned with thick moss. In fact, the wet climate and moist conditions of the gorge make it the richest site for mosses and …

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Waterfall in Coed Hafod-y-Llyn

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This remote and ethereal ancient oak woodland was once part of a historic estate and slopes gently towards Llyn Mair (Mary's Lake). A network of trails offers spectacular views across …

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Pistyll Cain Waterfall

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You’ll find this waterfall just below Pont Gwyn-fynydd and National Cycle Route 82 in Coed-y-Brenin forest. It’s worth leaving the trail to see these falls as they crash 65 feet …

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Cynfal Falls (Rhaeadr Cynfal)

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Little frequented yet undoubtedly beautiful, Cwm Cynfal Nature Reserve and the cascading Cynfal Falls (Rhaeadr Cynfal) are an utter delight. The Afon Cynfal tumbles through a dramatic wooded gorge, where …

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Waterfall in Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

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Great walk through a variety of tree species and easy to follow path. Would recommend going anti clockwise/reverse of suggested route as scenery coming back through gorge is stunning (with …

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Pistyll Gain (Rhaeadr Mawddach) Waterfall

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Waterfall on the river Gain, known as "Pistyll Gain". Very beautiful to see, even from a distance. The River Gain is a major tributary of the River Mawddach.

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Rhaeadr Ogwen (Ogwen Waterfall)

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You can drive almost directly to the waterfall by car. The car park is a popular starting point for hikes, even higher up.

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Cwmorthin Falls

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Car park gets full up top so park sensibly park close to next car gives more space for others. Don’t park in front of gate as this is used by …

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Pistyll Gwyn Waterfall

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In my opinion, a body of water enriches every tour. If it presents itself as spectacularly as it sounds, all the better!

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Happy to travel a little further afield? Then browse these guides for the best waterfalls around Trawsfynydd:

The Top 13 Waterfalls around Trawsfynydd

Rhosydd Quarry — Ruins and Waterfall

Rhaeadr Ddu (Black Falls) Waterfalls

Coed Ganllwyd National Nature Reserve

Waterfall in Coed Hafod-y-Llyn

Pistyll Cain Waterfall

Cynfal Falls (Rhaeadr Cynfal)

Waterfall in Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

Pistyll Gain (Rhaeadr Mawddach) Waterfall

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