This hike has it all - lakes, caves, mountains, old mine ruins, a lakeside cafe and not too much elevation, making it a great choice for a family day out.

This walk starts at the crystal clear Llyn Geirionydd before crossing over to the equally beautiful Llyn Crafnant through old mine and quarry pits where you'll find the ruins of mine buildings and an incredible cave with tunnels into the old mines.

There is a longer route option for a full day out or a shorter walk which just includes the caves and the lake.

Walk Info (full route)

LENGTH: 6km

TIME it took us: Just under 3-4 hours with lots of stops and some playtime at the lake

PARKING: Llyn Geirionydd Car Park (free)

TOILETS: at the car park (40p)

FOOD & DRINK: Bring a picnic - lots of picnic tables and spots to stop for a picnic and a paddle

Route Map

https://explore.osmaps.com/route/24910030/llyn-geirionnnydd--llyn-crafnant?lat=53.132718&lon=-3.861879&zoom=15.1959&style=Leisure&type=2d

Walk Info (short route)

LENGTH: 1-2km (I have labelled the caves and the lake shore on the route incase you just want to hit one or the other, or both)

TIME it took us: Just under 30 minutes

PARKING: Llyn Geirionydd Car Park (free)

Route Map
https://explore.osmaps.com/route/25953293/llyn-crafnant--short-route-lake-and-caves?lat=53.13837&lon=-3.86141&zoom=17.6094&style=Standard&type=2d