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.

OliverZ

October 7, 2018

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This is a beautiful lake and a great photo opportunity.

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Josh

May 14, 2022

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The wild does not come down here as often so people looking to free camp will probably have a better time here.

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2. Llyn Llydaw – Llyn Llydaw (Brittany Lake) loop from Pen-y-Pass

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3. Llyn Llydaw (Brittany Lake) – Snowdon Summit (Yr Wyddfa) loop from Tryfan

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 500 m

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

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Llyn Llydaw (Brittany Lake)

1. Snowdon via Pyg and Miners' Track Loop

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