Aberglaslyn - National Trust

Visited Beddgelert village on the first day of September 2019. The pass is already visible from A498 if we get to the village in this road. But also, it has 2 ends, 1 is in the village, the other is on A4085, the National Trust site. I started in Beddgelert.
I parked in the village, and I did not know about the pass, only about the grave, so I just walked through the village then through the bridge on the River Glaslyn and started my walk there. When I recognised that it is the Aberglaslyn Pass, I already walked a lot. The whole pass is going next to the river in scenic mountain views, and it is fabulous. After a while the pass became narrower and uneven with rocks to step on. So it is not for baby buggies or wheelchair users. I followed the path while I felt comfortable, which was about 3/4 part to the National Trust site. But there it became very challenging for me in simple running shoes, and I felt unsafe to go ahead. By the way I took a picture at that point and uploaded here, so anyone can see the challenges. If I knew that before or if I planned it, I could change to my hiking boots at the car and have my trekking pole with me. But I planned only to see the grave, so I had to return at that point. It is regrettable, because I am pretty sure it worth to walk to the NT point and get back. But even that walk was very scenery and I am happy that I tried my best.
Whoever plans to walk by the river on the pass, I really advise to be in proper hiking boots and have the poles, too if needed, as well as pack some fruits/snacks and a lot of water.

A perfect place for stop over. Clean water, nice green banks.. magical

What a glorious trail to walk! Throughly recommended the 3 mile trail as described on the National Trust website for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness and steady on their feet. We did it with some 60 somethings, some 30 somethings and some under 11s (all older than 6). The children spent the entire drive there moaning about going on a 'walk' but they soon changed their tune. We parked for free using our National Trust cards (there are toilets at the car park too). Within minutes the children were having the best time ever romping through the woods and clambering through trees. It's quite a steep ascent for a long while but there are regular logs to rest on. The effort is worth it for the view you get when you suddenly emerge from the woods. Absolutely stunning panorama ! Plenty of space to eat a picnic at the top. Then heading down (not very suitable for the visually impaired or unsteady on the feet as the terrain is very mixed) the view is incredible. Mountains, water, trains etc. When you get to Bedgellert, there is a fabulous stream for children paddle in (bring spare clothes- the rocks are slippy!)and it is excellent for skimming stones! There is also a large green space for sports or picnics! Continuing on, the path becomes even more exciting going along the mildly gushing river with occasional sheer drops, challenging terrain and again not suitable for unsteady feet, the visually impaired and small children (ours had the best time ever but I would not fancy it with anyone much younger!). It is such a brilliant adventure with many places to stop along the way. We saw lots of people swimming and snorkeling in the river (Iwish I'd brought my stuff!) It's a fabulous whole day out and a real treat from mother nature for the confident walkers and scramblers out there and a brilliant adventure for children!

Just did an out & back walk from Beddgelert to Nantmor along the river around 3 miles total. Very scenic, but the path deteriorates towards the Nantmor end so not suitable for people with mobility problems really.

It’s the most amazing path I’ve ever been on. The walk was relaxed and easy going. We took the longest route Llwyer Aberglasslyn, Llwyer Dina’s, Cwrn Bychan walk. We missed the sign after we hit Llwyer Dina’s, and walk further up along Nant Gwynant path instead….?
We ended up in Bryn Dina’s camping pods, and got a lift back back from a lovely couple from Manchester.

Great location for a nice circular valley river walk, then up and over the lower out skirts of snowdon. The route is easy to follow and takes about 4 hours to go round. The path can be tricky at times and proper walking boots are well advised, as it can get muddy and very wet. On the higher altitude part of the walk the weather can turn quickly. The walk itself was stunning and you get a nice contrast in scenery as you go. The National Trust carpark is a perfect point to start and finish, if going clockwise, there are some great Pubs in the nearby town to stop at for lunch, roughly 40 mins into the walk. If you like the outdoors then this is highly recommended.

We love coming here, there are so many different aspects. Walking along the river can be quite challenging, over the boulders then the chance to sit with your feet in the river. A picnic on the grass? We enjoy a homemade ice-cream from the village. Or walk up and over the mountain to the Lake then the Copper mine. Beautiful, busy in the summer, but beautiful.

Utterly beautiful. One of the best walks I've ever done in the UK. Suitable for adults and kids, challenging but doable, incredible and varied terrain. Loved it