Aber Falls (Rhaeadr Fawr)
An easy valley walk to a waterfall dropping 37 m off the edge of the Carneddau.
- Distance
- 6.7 km
- Ascent
- 260 m
- Time
- 2–2.5 h
- Grade
- Easy
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 249 m
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About this walk
Aber Falls (Rhaeadr Fawr) is an easy 6.7 km out-and-back walk with 260 m of ascent, taking 2 to 2.5 hours. It starts at Abergwyngregyn (grid reference SH 656 726). The start can be reached by public transport.
Aber Falls, Rhaeadr Fawr, is one of the most impressive waterfalls in Wales, dropping about 37 m from the northern edge of the Carneddau. From the village of Abergwyngregyn, a track follows the Afon Rhaeadr Fawr up the valley through the Coedydd Aber national nature reserve to the foot of the fall.
It's one of the easiest big-waterfall walks in Eryri. Return the same way.
Route
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To the falls
Follow the valley track up to the foot of Aber Falls, and return.
Summit
On the way
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Aber FallsWaterfall · on the route
Questions about this walk
- How long does Aber Falls (Rhaeadr Fawr) take?
- Most walkers take 2–2.5 hours for the 6.7 km route, which has 260 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Abergwyngregyn (grid reference SH 656 726). Pay car parks at Bont Newydd, above the village.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Buses along the A55 stop at Abergwyngregyn. Check times on Traveline.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded easy. A good track and path, gently uphill.
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Keep them on a lead near livestock.
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