A beautifully sculpted dragon in a wooden bench can be found on the path in the woods of Craflwyn. An invitation to sit down and enjoy the peace and quiet in these oak forests.

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Zoe Evans

October 25, 2023

Hiking

Legendary story of where and how our WELSH Dragon originated! Battled and fought still sleeps in the mountain side today!! Magical trail including Merlin the wizard most incredible waterfall and pool! Truly amazing highlight to my year!!!

Andrew

May 30, 2022

Hiking

"According to legend King Vortigern wanted to build a castle on top of Dinas Emrys, but every night his castle walls would fall down. Merlin (the wizard) claimed there were …

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1. Llyn Dinas – Beddgelert Bridge loop from Beddgelert

10.8km

03:15

320m

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2. Llyn Dinas – Beddgelert Village loop from Beddgelert

14.4km

04:07

330m

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3. Watkin Pools and Waterfalls – Llyn Dinas loop from Yr Wyddfa National Nature Reserve

11.3km

03:19

310m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 130 m

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Tuesday 10 March

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Max wind speed: 34.0 km/h

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Location: Beddgelert, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Dragon Bench in Craflwyn Woods

1. Llyn Dinas – Beddgelert Bridge loop from Beddgelert

2. Llyn Dinas – Beddgelert Village loop from Beddgelert

3. Watkin Pools and Waterfalls – Llyn Dinas loop from Yr Wyddfa National Nature Reserve

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