Walk distance: 7+ Miles
Total Ascent/ Descent: 1890ft
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| Llyn Crafnant, one of the most breathtaking views in all Snowdonia |
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| B Walk Route, clockwise |
Early morning sunshine at Trefriw was a lovely welcome to this pretty community on the edge of the Snowdonian National park. Those who did the June walk to Betws-y-Coed with Gwyn will recognise parts of this walk.
We will visit the Fairy Falls on our way out of the village, which are in full flow now and well worth a visit.
A bit of a climb out of Trfriw, but then we are soon on the tree lined slopes of Grinllwn and a more steady climb and some magnificent views along the Crafnant Valley. There is plenty of evidence of mining along here and we will see the remains of the Klondike Mine and part of our footpath will be on the old railway track.
There was a definite wind chill as we reached Llyn Geirionydd, well used for water sports particularily water skiing, but after taking in the views we traverse the slopes of the hillside - a bit of scrambling here - to reach the picnic area alongside the Afon Crafnant. Sunshine has been ordered for our lunch.
A short walk up the quiet road and we are at Llyn Crafnant a delightful reservoir donated to llanwrst by Richard James. The Forest Park guide (2002) states that "the (view along Llyn Crafnant) is one of the most breathtaking views in all Snowdonia" The summits include Crimpiau (1558 feet), and Craig Wen (1798 feet).
We now have a short but steep climb over Deulyn back to Llyn Geirionydd, Llanyrhychwyn and the oldest church building in Wales, passing old quaries and strange forests.
The walk back to Trefriw continues pleasant with quiet and varied pathways until suddenly we are back at base and refreshments after a fantastic days walking.
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| Pleasant paths through the woods |
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| Rough waters on Geirionydd |
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| The Taliesin monument, overlooking Llyn Geirionydd |
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| An abundance of Fungi |
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| A mysterious forest |
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