Llyn Padarn and Llanberis View Point

Wonderful views and a good walk around with some historical building still just about standing. What I liked the most they have information boards next to some of the old building explaining what use to happen many years ago!

Llyn Padarn is a beautiful glacially formed lake located in Gwynedd, Wales, near the town of Llanberis. Here are some key points about Llyn Padarn:

1. Location: Llyn Padarn is situated in the Snowdonia National Park, surrounded by the stunning Snowdonia mountain range, making it a picturesque and popular destination for visitors.

2. Size: The lake is approximately 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) long, making it one of the larger lakes in Snowdonia.

3. Outdoor Activities: Llyn Padarn offers various outdoor activities, making it a haven for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Visitors can enjoy walking, hiking, and cycling along the lakeshore or venture into the surrounding hills and forests.

4. Watersports: The lake's calm waters make it ideal for various watersports, such as kayaking, canoeing, and fishing. It's a great place to try out these activities or simply relax by the water's edge.

5. Wildlife: Llyn Padarn is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds and fish, providing opportunities for birdwatching and enjoying the natural habitat.

6. Llanberis: The nearby town of Llanberis is a popular starting point for climbing Mount Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales. It's also a hub for tourists visiting the region and exploring Snowdonia National Park.

7. History: The lake and its surroundings have a rich history, with evidence of early settlements and mining activities dating back to the Roman period.

Llyn Padarn and its surrounding area offer a perfect blend of natural beauty, outdoor activities, and historical significance, making it a must-visit destination in Wales, especially for those who appreciate the great outdoors.

Amazing walk from start to end, took us 30 min one way, every step you take you are mesmerised by the views.
You can see distantly the mountains and at the end of the walk we have seen the most Lord of the Rings alike scenery. Breathtaking.

Great place for a able walker in around the slate quarry, free parking by pardan lake just before entering the village,.

Located in the Quay you are treated to snowdon in its full majesty as well as Llanberis and the massive Quary itself. There is seating here. You can get to here from many directions if coming from Llanberis you will have about 200m elevation gain.

This is a great place to explore. On the way up there's loads of history, abandoned little miners villages and cottages, the mine carts and stations where they pulled the carts up and down the mountain, it's an amazing place that gives you a real feel for the old Wales and the lives led by the miners. It's a beautiful place with beautiful views of Llyn Padarn and surrounding mountains.

Over the past few months I’ve spend a lot of time in llanberis and snowdonia, it’s my favourite place in wales with lots to do and see, from the old slate mine and old quarry’s and even an abandoned ammo facility all within a short walk of llanberis centre

Stunning location with great views of the Llanberis pass and onto Snowdon. Great views of Llyn Padarn too. Explored the slate quarry’s of Denorwig. Some amazing vistas even know it’s an abandoned quarry. Simply breathtaking what people did back then. Some spectacular structures left to nature to take back.

Most people heading for Parc Padarn will end up by the lake (Llyn Padarn), but here's a different view (literally). You can access the country park from Minnffordd (search Google maps for 'Dinorwig Bus Teminal' - or catch the S2 bus there). There are a couple of paths you can take, and one of them goes to the viewpoint overlooking the lake. This is a level walk. If you keep a look out on the way there you may see the mountain goats. If you want a longer walk there are paths across the slate quarry beyond, which is a popular area with rock climbers.

One of the best walks so far this year. Great views on every single step. A bit of steep walks, but 100% worth every single step. Loads of history there.

One of my favourite lakes. You have the view of Snowdon, the water is clear and good for swimming. Overall a lovely place to go to! Loads of walks around

Amazing views we parked at the bus Terminus so walking to here was easiet Explored abit more of the quarry too needed more time spent about 2 hours walking around

Amazing views. We walked from brynefail for an hour to the viewpoint and then down to the barracks halfway down, continuing down through the quarry which is not a clear route on Google maps. It's ends up down near the slate museum.

Stunning views from up here. What a beautiful part of the world. Worth combining with the barracks just below.

The viewpoint enables you to get spectacular views of Llanberis and Snowdon and allows the possibility of exploring the fantastic slate quarries that roofed the World!

Awesome place, great if you're a slate spotter.

Peaceful, wonderful views. Imagine the noise when the quarrymen worked there. Good walks through the forest above Llyn Padarn.

Great views from here. Fairly straight forward to get to from the bottom.

Love this place. Great to walk round. Photographers paradise

Watch out for the 1 horned goat!