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Capel Curig

Llyn Elsi – Swallow Falls loop from Pont Cyfyng

Moderate

4.7

(7)

45

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Llyn Elsi – Swallow Falls loop from Pont Cyfyng

04:01

13.8km

350m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 12, 2025

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Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

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7.15 km

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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7.18 km

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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8.38 km

A reasonable climb where you cross many streams.

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8.96 km

Betws-y-Coed village

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A true outdoor lovers' mecca, Betws-y-Coed is a great gateway to Snowdonia National Park. Anyone who has driven into Snowdonia on the A5 will have noted its picturesque setting, its …

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9.30 km

Pont yr pair bridge located in the heart of Betws-y-coed

Betws-y-coed is a village and community in the Conwy valley in Conwy County Borough, Wales, located in the historic county …

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9.83 km

Snowdonia Slate Trail

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The Snowdonia Slate Trail offers a circular 83 mile (133 km) hiking loop starting and finishing at Bangor but taking in Bethesda, Capel Curing, Betws-y-Coed, Llan Festiniog, Beddgelert, and Nantddu …

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10.7 km

Llugwy River Footbridge

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Nice circular walk and view up and down the water from the bridge is beautiful.

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12.8 km

Swallow Falls

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Swallow Falls is one of the highest continuous waterfalls in Wales. It comprises a series of beautiful cascades on the River Llugwy, approximately one mile east of Betws y Coed, …

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13.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.38 km

2.68 km

1.61 km

1.56 km

364 m

240 m

Surfaces

7.10 km

3.23 km

1.59 km

1.20 km

411 m

294 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (270 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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