United Kingdom
Wales
North Wales
Gwynedd
Beddgelert
Pillow Lavas in Eryri National Park
United Kingdom
Wales
North Wales
Gwynedd
Beddgelert
Pillow Lavas in Eryri National Park
Pillow Lavas in Eryri National Park
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 15 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri
Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous
Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
Location: Beddgelert, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom
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Pillow lava is formed during volcanic eruptions underwater. Because the surface of a lava flow that is exposed to the water cools very quickly, a solidified layer is formed on the more or less liquid lava flow that slows down the lava. Because the lava flow wants to flow upwards under that increasingly thickened solidified layer, a fresh supply of lava is created. This results in the nodular appearance of the igneous rock.
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•June 2, 2024
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