Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: January 17, 2026

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1.18 km

Borth-y-Gest

Highlight • Viewpoint

1.59 km

The Glaslyn Estuary

Highlight • Beach

Stunning views across the estuary, up towards the mountains around Yr Wyddfa and towards the southern part of the national park. Borth-Y-Gest is cute too.

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2.07 km

Pen-y-Banc Beach and Nature Reserve

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You'll find this tiny beach tucked into the edge of Porthmadog's mighty estuary. Pen y Banc Nature Reserve backs onto the beach, making all the more lovely and peaceful. You …

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2.60 km

St Cyngar's Church, Borth-y-Gest

Highlight • Religious Site

St Cyngar's Church is located in Borth-y-gest above the estuary shoreline. It was built in 1913 to designs of Harold Hughes.

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4.13 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.67 km

813 m

758 m

590 m

284 m

Surfaces

1.53 km

975 m

513 m

459 m

389 m

255 m

Elevation

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Saturday 4 April

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23 %

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Borth-y-Gest – The Glaslyn Estuary loop from Porthmadog

Borth-y-Gest

The Glaslyn Estuary

Pen-y-Banc Beach and Nature Reserve

St Cyngar's Church, Borth-y-Gest

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