The Top 6 Gorges around Llanuwchllyn

Gorges are incredibly beautiful places, and you’ve got 6 to choose from around Llanuwchllyn. Just browse our list of the best gorges below and see photos, tips and extra info to help you visit one of these beautiful places on your next adventure around Llanuwchllyn.

Coed Ganllwyd National Nature Reserve

Afon Gain Gorge on the Minotaur Trail

Pistyll Gain (Rhaeadr Mawddach) Waterfall

Cynfal Falls (Rhaeadr Cynfal)

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Coed Ganllwyd National Nature Reserve
Hiking Highlight
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 …
Tip by Dan Hobson
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Afon Gain Gorge on the Minotaur Trail
Mountain Biking Highlight
Recommended for everyone ?.
Tip by Jarek J
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Pistyll Gain (Rhaeadr Mawddach) Waterfall
Hiking Highlight
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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Tip by Dominiek Van Dooren
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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 …
Tip by Alex Foxfield
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