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Friday 16th May, 2025
Cwm Idwal National Nature Reserve
Join us for a circular walk that whilst not very challenging offers spectacular mountain scenery including views of Tryfan, the Glyderau and the mysterious Devil’s Kitchen.
As well as a place of legend it is also renowned for its natural history and fascinating geology.
The light (and weather) in this glacial valley changes constantly. Legend tells us that the lake is named after Idwal, the son of Owain of Gwynedd who drowned there and it is said that no bird
has since flown over the lake’s surface.
Let’s go and see if that’s true!
Duration: Half day, but bring refreshments and plenty to drink
Distance: 2.5 Miles / 4 km
Grade: Moderate: A medium length walk which may contain some shorter steeper slopes and uneven ground.
Sturdy boots and wet weather clothing recommended.
Please be aware that this is a rural area and that all our walks take us out into the countryside
where some parts of paths and tracks will be uneven and sometimes wet and slippery underfoot; it isn’t like walking on pavements!
Departure time: 11.00 a.m. from Trefriw Village Hall (LL27 0JH, SH781631)
Minibus out and back
Refreshments will be available in the Hall both before and after your walk. (See ‘our cafe’.) Please stay and socialise!
Walk Leaders: Geraldine Thomas and Terry Smith
Click on the map to see the rough location of this walk.
Booking: To book a place, please click on the Eventbrite button below (opens in a new tab).
Booking does not open until 15 March.
Please ensure that you have read the booking information, terms and conditions before you attend any walks.
Please note that, although we make no charge for our walks, we do ask for voluntary donations (card preferred, but cash accepted). More details on our funding page.