Hiking directly from Cae Du
Here at Cae Du, we are blessed with many fabulous walking routes that you can enjoy directly from our door! So make your picnic, pack your rucksack and embark on your day of adventure.
Watkins Path from Cae Du
Enjoy a day at the waterfalls and crystal clear pools. The perfect way to cool off on a sunny day!
Gelerts Grave from Cae Du
A circular riverside walk into Beddgelert, visiting Gelert's Grave and the sculpture at Beudy Buarth Gwyn. Along the way, discover links to the village's legend, church, railway and copper-mining heritage.
Aberglaslyn, Bryn Du & Beddgelert
A varied circular walk through Beddgelert and Aberglaslyn Gorge, over Bryn Du and back via Gelert's Grave. Expect riverside paths, woodland and open hillside.
Cwm Bychan & Aberglaslyn
A challenging circuit combining Llyn Dinas, the old Sygun and Cwm Bychan copper workings, Aberglaslyn Gorge and Beddgelert. The riverside section through the gorge requires particular care.
Dinas Emrys & The Giants Chair
A scenic woodland climb past waterfalls to legendary Dinas Emrys, with ancient ramparts and wide valley views. The return loop visits the Giant's Chair.
Spot your pitch walk
Walk into Beddgelert the high way by taking the path behind the copper mines for amazing views of Cae Du and the valley!
Llyn Dinas & Yr Aran
Enjoy a full day out walking across the slopes of Yr Aran, one of the many mountains you can see from Cae Du. You will reach the waterfalls at the foot of Snowdon and can make the journey back via Llyn Dinas to complete a wonderful circular walk. Those with that little bit more energy could even summit Yr Aran!
Lon Gwyrfai
Walk, run or cycle from Cae Du through Beddgelert to Rhyd Ddu on the waymarked Lôn Gwyrfai. The multi-use trail offers wide valley views, including Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).