Tryfan is a single-storey cottage built into the base of the Snowdon massif in Gwynedd, with direct access to serious mountain terrain. The building sits at the starting point of the Watkin Path—330 yards from your door to the trailhead—and overlooks the Nantgwynant Valley between two lakes. Ground-floor living means everything is on one level: a combined living and dining room with a woodburner and sofa bed, a double bedroom, a kitchen with electric cooker and microwave, and a shower room. The property sleeps four and comes with wi-fi, heating, bed linen and towels. One dog is welcome; smoking is not.
The immediate surroundings are serious walking country. The Watkin Path climbs Snowdon itself; longer valley walks connect to Beddgelert, a village three minutes' drive away with cafés, a shop and a reputation for ice cream. Kayaking and paddleboarding happen on the lakes; there is a small charge to use Llyn Gwynant. Beyond the immediate area, the Ffestiniog Railway at Porthmadog (7 miles) and Zip World at Blaenau Ffestiniog (under 30 minutes) draw families. Sygun Copper Mine is nearby for those interested in industrial heritage. This region is known for climbing, mountaineering courses and long-distance trails through some of Wales' most dramatic landscape.
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Arrive after 16:00 Depart before 10:00
🚭 No smoking, please
What guests say
One of the best mountain experiences in Wales. Location is ideal. Its just few miles away from swallow falls and beautiful little town of Bets-w-coed. This mountain is located right next to a beautiful lake. You can find two free parking spots with plenty of places along today road and there are 3 paid parking places. During weekdays, parking shouldn't be issue. A small shop with coffee and ice cream is located next to information centre. This is rugged mountain and multiple mountaineering courses are run here throughout the year. You can bring your own equipment and give it a try. Very pleasant and beautiful place. Needs bit more food options.
3 weeks ago · via Google
⭐ Hard, humbling, and a lesson in preparation! I did Tryfan solo and it was way more than just a hike. It’s proper scrambling, route-finding, and you’re making decisions for yourself the whole way. A couple of things I learned the hard way: One-Tech can fail you. My Komoot app crashed a couple of times up there. Thank god I’d done my research beforehand. I’d read a lot about Tryfan and watched YouTube videos so I knew the key things — like making sure you can still see the lake beneath you so you know you’re on the right side of the ridge. Use that advice. Don’t rely only on your phone. Two-Respect the mountain and your own pace. I ended up doing Grade 2 scrambling in places. It’s exposed, it’s committing, and when you’re alone there’s no one to check you or slow down with you. At the summit, sitting in front of Adam and Eve, it hit me how responsible you are for your own safety up there. I did spiral a bit, but I got up and down safely because I took it seriously. My advice: prepare properly, tell someone your plan, check the weather, and be honest about your experience. If you can, go with someone who respects your pace — it makes a huge difference. Tryfan is incredible, but it demands respect. Give it that and it’ll give you something back.
a month ago · via Google
Tryfan is a challenging and tough mountain to climb, some places are extremely dangerous and difficult to navigate. After the first 100-200 metres, it starts to elevate quickly. Check all the rocks and boulders to ensure they are secure before each climb as some are loose. Look around for a suitable route for yourself as there is no specific path, it was very windy at the top and cold, this is not a walk like snowdonia, a lot of the time it’s 3 points of contact. Go up to the north side and come down the south side, satisfying afterwards but not for the faint hearted. Take your time and enjoy
a month ago · via Google
Pretty low mountain but surprisingly challenging and fun. Doing circular walk will give you great satisfaction and spectacular views. Even child can do it but be aware ...is far harder than Snowdon.
2 months ago · via Google