The Top 20 Lakes around Ffestiniog
Looking to visit the best lakes around Ffestiniog? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Ffestiniog’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Llyn Llydaw
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Llyn Llydaw is a beautiful natural lake nestled amid dramatic mountain peaks. The beach at the far end is the perfect place to cool off before the final descent to Pen-y-Pass.
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Llyn Mymbyr
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The National Outdoor Centre, Plas y Brenin offers all manner of courses and experience in the mountains of Snowdonia and beyond.
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Llyn Elsi
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This idyllic mountain lake is hidden amongst the pine and deciduous forests of the Gwydyr Forest and lies above Betws-y-Coed. The lake is used as a water reservoir. In the …
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Llyn Syfydrin Waterworks Commemoration Monument
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This memorial on the north side of the lake commemorates the fact that Lord Ancaster allowed the construction of the dam and the use of the lake as a water supply.
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View of Glaslyn and Llyn Llydaw
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Perfect view of the lakes Glaslyn and Llyn Llydaw at the intersection of Pyg Path and Miners' Path.
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Perfekter Blick auf die Seen Glaslyn und Llyn Llydaw an der Abzweigung vom Pyg Path und vom Miners' Path.
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Perfekter Blick auf die Seen Glaslyn und Llyn Llydaw an der Abzweigung vom Pyg Path und vom Miners' Path.
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