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Llyn Elsi loop from Betws-y-Coed — Snowdonia National Park

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Llyn Elsi loop from Betws-y-Coed — Snowdonia National Park

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Llyn Elsi loop from Betws-y-Coed — Snowdonia National Park

02:05

6.43km

260m

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: June 6, 2024

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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271 m

Betws-y-Coed Village

Highlight • Rest Area

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 alpine character and its numerous gear shops, cafes, hotels and B&Bs.

Betws-y-Coed is surrounded by the gorgeous Gwydyr Forest, which boasts a variety of trails. Moel Siabod is prominent from many points in the village and it is only a short drive to starting points for Snowdon and the Glyderau.

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4.37 km

Llyn Elsi

Highlight • Lake

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 past the lake was actually made up of two smaller lakes, called Llyn Rhisgog and Llyn Enoc.

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6.43 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.90 km

401 m

115 m

Surfaces

5.47 km

421 m

300 m

216 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 15 July

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