Wales Coast Path and Circular Walks

The path follows Gwynedd’s coastline, stretching 180 miles from Llanfairfechan in the north of the county, down to Machynlleth near the south of the county. By following the path you can enjoy the splendour of the areas diverse landscape, there are small coves and long sandy beaches, rugged cliffs and wild heathland. The path is part of the Wales Coast Path, which stretches 870 miles along the whole coast of Wales. Further information, including maps, itineraries, easy access walks and information on temporary path diversions, are available from the Wales Coast Path website and you can also purchase books from Northern Eye.

Llŷn Fflecsi Coastal Bus

The Llŷn fflecsi operates Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. The service offers a more flexible way of getting about by picking you up and dropping you off in the defined area, enabling you to get to and from beaches, campsites, tourist spots and do other local journeys.

Fflecsi is designed to provide greater mobility in rural areas and help people make local journeys in a safe, flexible managed environment.

Circular Walks off the Wales Coast Path

To make the most of the coastal walking offer, 18 circular walks have been developed by Gwynedd Council through funding received by the Coastal Communities Fund. The circular walks give you the opportunity to enjoy the Coast Path, but also to appreciate nature, heritage, culture and adventure opportunities available in the nearby villages and towns. Below is a list of the circular walk locations, which cater for a variety of users. You can also download and print PDF files which are located at the bottom of the page. We've also produced some videos so you can see areas you can explore.

Walking the Paths

Wear suitable walking shoes and suitable warm and waterproof clothing and / or sun block in hot weather. This map is a rough guide – we recommend that you use the Ordnance Survey map scale 1:25000 relevant to your journey. Please follow the Countryside Code: Respect, Protect and Enjoy

Aberdaron

Distance - 15 km / 9.3 miles
Approx time – 5 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer 253
Parking – Aberdaron Car Park SH172 264
Aberdaron Circular Walk Map

Aber Falls

Distance – 6.5 km / 4 miles
Approx time – 3 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer OL17
Parking – Bont Newydd Car Park SH664 71 (Visitors are advised that parking at the start of the 1.2 mile long footpath to the Aber Falls is limited to approximately 30 cars in two small car parks and costs £5. These are accessed by a largely single track road through Abergwyngregyn village and severe congestion and long delays result on busy days. Alternative free parking is available before entering the village adding approximately 30 minutes to the walk to the Falls. The upper car parks fill up rapidly and visitors are strongly advised to avoid driving through the village.
Aber Falls Circular Walk Map

Aberdyfi

Distance - 7 km / 4.6 miles
Approx time – 2 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer OL23
Parking – Aberdyfi seafront Car Park SH613 959
Aberdyfi Circular Walk Map

Abergwyngregyn

Distance – 10 km / 6.3 miles
Approx time – 4 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer OL17
Parking – Aber Nature Reserve Car Park SH653 726
Abergwyngregyn Circular Walk Map

Bangor

Distance – 2 km / 1.4 miles
Approx time – 40 minutes
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer OL17
Parking – Love Lane, Siliwen Road, Upper Garth Road
Bangor Circular Walk Map

Barmouth

Distance - 9 km / 5.6 miles
Approx time – 3.5 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer OL18
Parking – Beach Car Park SH613 156
Barmouth Circular Walk Map

Botwnnog

Distance - 15 km / 9.3 miles
Approx time – 6 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer 253
Parking – Congl Meinciau Car Park SH262 312
Botwnnog Circular Walk Map

Clynnog-Trefor

Distance - 15 km / 9.3 miles
Approx time – 5 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer 254
Parking – Beach Car Park Trefor SH376 473 or SH414 497
Clynnog - Trefor Circular Walk Map

Edern

Distance – 10.4 km / 6.5 miles
Approx time – 3.5 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer 253
Parking – side of road in Edern SH277 398
Edern Circular Walk Map

Llanbedrog

Distance – 3.6 km / 2.3 miles
Approx time – 2 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer 253
Parking –Llanbedrog Car Park SH331 315
Llanbedrog Circular Walk Map

Llangwnnadl

Distance – 6.4 km / 4 miles
Approx time – 2.5 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer 253
Parking – Penllech Car Park SH206 342
Llangwnnadl Circular Walk Map

Llanystumdwy

Distance - 5 km / 3 miles
Approx time – 1.5 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer 254
Parking – Llanystumdwy Car Park SH476 384
Llanystumdwy Circular Walk Map

Llithfaen

Distance - 13 km / 8 miles
Approx time – 4 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer 253 and 254
Parking – Car Park above Nant Gwrtheyrn
Llithfaen Circular Walk Map

Maentwrog

Distance - 17 km / 10.5 miles
Approx time – 6 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer OL18
Parking – Pensarn Car Park, Penrhyndeudraeth SH611 391
A part of the network has been temporarily closed until the end of the summer months due to nesting birds. Please use an alternative route.
Maentwrog Circular Walk Map

Nefyn

Distance - 6.4km / 4 miles
Approx time - 2hrs
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer 253
Parking - Nefyn beach Car Park, SH302 407
Nefyn Circular Walk Map

Porthmadog

Distance - 10 km / 6.3 miles
Approx time – 3 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer 254
Parking – Glan y Môr Car Park, Borth y Gest SH565 373
Porthmadog Circular Walk Map

Rhiw

Distance – 4.3 km / 2.7 miles
Approx time – 2 hours
Ordnance Survey Map – Explorer 253
Parking – Plas yn Rhiw Car Park SH237 283
Rhiw Circular Walk Map