🗺️ The route
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Join free to downloadThis place is like no where we’ve ever been or anything like we expected with the name. Parys Mountain is an ancient copper mine and in the 1780’s was the largest in the world! It has striking craters with amazing colours, it really does feel like you’re walking on Mars.
What to expect
The main paths here are pretty good and solid but they do get muddy after heavy rainfall. We’d definitely recommend staying on these paths as smaller ones can be very uneven and loose in places. There are open mine shafts on the site too, stay away from these.
Look out for the windmill and a trig point, this is located at the highest point on site at 147m.
Getting there & parking
FREE car park – LL68 9RE. The car park fits about 20 cars and we’ve never struggled getting parked here.
Good to know
You'll find free parking at the start of the walk. Postcode for sat nav: LL68 9RE.
No, there aren't any on this route.
On lead only.
Expect stone and mud paths underfoot.
The route
- 1 Mile
- 1-2 Hours
- Easy
More of a go out and explore than a route. Enjoy looking at the amazing colours, the craters, the unusual landscape, think of how busy it would have been in its day, its an amazing place that you shouldn’t rush. Don’t miss the windmill and trig point while you’re out there.
Step-by-step
- From the car park follow the main path and explore as you wish.
- Take paths that your eyes are drawn to and enjoy the different colours, the craters and the out of world feel this place has to offer.
- Look out for the trig point and windmill - you'll find a lot of interesting information about the place here too.
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Tips & what to bring
There’s no refreshments or toilets near this route, so make sure you’ve got plenty of water and snacks with you.
Eat & drink nearby
Amlwch is only a short drive away where you’ll find some food and drink options.
Places to stay nearby
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