Snowdonia National Park

Snowdonia National Park is situated in north-west Wales and covers an area of 2,130 square kilometres (823 square miles). An extensive network of walking trails allows visitors to fully explore this mountainous region.

Wales’ highest mountain, Mount Snowdon (1085m; 3560ft) is the National Park’s attention grabber but, in fact, there are nine mountain ranges crammed into the Park. It’s this assemblage of mountains and high country that makes the area a paradise for walkers and rock climbers. The northern area of the Park, featuring Mt Snowdon, is the most popular. The southern area of the Park is home to the well-known craggy peak of Cader Idris which is part of the Cambrian mountain range. According to Welsh legend, this mountain was the chair of Idris, the giant warrior poet.

Aside from mountains, the Snowdonia National Park offers over 100 lakes, glacial landforms, forests and abundant wildlife. One word of warning - this is one of the wettest parts of the United Kingdom. Interestingly, that statistic does not deter the many fans of Snowdonia who are drawn repeatedly to its majestic scenery and promise of adventure.

The Snowdonia National Park offers many day and multi-day walks and there are a number of tour operators offering a variety of walking trips.

The walking tour operators have developed walking itineraries suited for the fit and the adventurous, as well as those wanting something less challenging. We can help you choose a walk and an operator that best suits your needs.