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Llyn Cynwch – Precipice Walk loop from Dolgellau

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United Kingdom
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North Wales
Gwynedd
Dolgellau

Llyn Cynwch – Precipice Walk loop from Dolgellau

Moderate

4.7

(6)

33

hikers

Llyn Cynwch – Precipice Walk loop from Dolgellau

03:51

13.7km

270m

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: August 9, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

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Start point

Bus stop

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5.26 km

Llyn Cynwch

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Llyn Cynwch acts as both a 'prequel' and 'sequel' to the Precipice Walk, one of the most famous and popular walks in the area with breathtaking views. You'll get a …

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6.22 km

Precipice Walk

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Precipice Walk is one of the most popular walks in southern Snowdonia, located approximately three miles north of Dolgellau. The walk ranges between 220 and 250 meters above sea level …

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3

6.41 km

View of Snowdon

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From here you can see the top of Snowdon in the distance.

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4

6.46 km

Foel Cynwch Circular Walk

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Foel Cynwch is a summit in the Arenig region of Wales. Foel Cynwch is 326 meters high. The top can be recognized by the large cairn.
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8.23 km

Beautiful view of the Mawddach estuary. This is where the River Mawddach (Afon Mawddach in Welsh) flows into the sea forming a beautiful very wide sandy estuary. The town of Barmouth is located on this estuary.

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8.43 km

View of the Mawddach Estuary

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8.62 km

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13.7 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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6.91 km

5.02 km

1.83 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.46 km

5.02 km

1.83 km

450 m

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Tuesday 20 October

8°C

4°C

73 %

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