🗺️ The route
Free to viewA short but rewarding walk to Dolwyddelan Castle with 360 views, FREE entry and only a 10 minute walk from lay-by parking, this is a must do, next time you’re in the area.
What to expect
Follow the footpath from the lay-by towards the castle and then through the gates and onto the farm track lane. You’ll have open countryside on both sides and a waterfall just minutes down this track before heading up a steady, short climb to the castle itself.
With amazing views in every direction it’s the perfect place to spend an hour in nature, just switching off from the world.
Getting there & parking
There is a small lay-by on the A470, use postcode LL25 0JD to get here.
Good to know
No, there aren't any on this route.
No, dogs aren't allowed on this walk.
Expect farm track, field paths underfoot. What we wear for it ↓
The route
- 1.1 Mile
- 1 Hour
- Easy
A simple out and back route from the lay-by, straight up the track to Dolwyddelan Castle and back.
- Castell Dolwyddelan
Step-by-step
- From the lay-by head towards the castle, you should be able to see it on the hill.
- Walk along for pavement for a few minutes before reaching a farm gate, head up this track.
- You'll first pass a waterfall before heading up the hill towards Dolwyddelan Castle.
- Head back the same way you came to get back to the car.
Your walk
Heading out? Take this walk with you
Free members get the tools to follow it on the day, so you're not relying on phone signal.
- GPX downloadFor your phone, watch or Komoot.
- Printable route cardOne page with the route, pit stops and an emergency line.
- Track it & get the stampTick it off and add the miles to your log.
Tips & what to bring
On Friday – Sunday (plus bank holidays) between the 1st of April and the 30th of September, the internal area of the castle is open for viewing 10am – 4pm, so if you’d like to see inside the castle walls, bear this in mind when planning your trip, we wish we did.
What we'd pack for this walk
See how we wear it →Kit we actually use, picked for this route.
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Our everyday pick We both wearLa Sportiva TX4
Grippy, supportive approach shoe we wear on rockier Peak trails.
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Always in the pack Ads wearsRevolutionRace Waterproof Jacket
Bright, fully waterproof shell for proper British weather. Ads' go-to in the orange.
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Room for water & snacks Char usesDeuter Speed Lite 23
Lightweight, low-bulk pack for fast, lighter days.
