Parkland Circuit (Dôl Idris) in Eryri National Park

Eryri National Park, WA

Parkland Circuit (Dôl Idris)

A gentle parkland loop around Llyn Dôl Idris

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Length
0.9km
Time
30min
Elev. change
69m
Difficulty
Easy
  • Loop
  • High point 166 m

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Dôl Idris and Cader Idris

Overview

About Parkland Circuit (Dôl Idris)

This circular 0.9 km (0.56 mile) loop starts and finishes at Dôl Idris Car Park, passing around Llyn Dôl Idris before climbing gradually through the parkland and returning on an unsurfaced track. It is a short, accessible outing rather than a mountain walk, with a bridge, lake views, specimen trees and the remains of the Idris soft-drinks works along the way. The route is suitable for pushchairs and off-road mobility scooters, and the largely level opening section also works for conventional wheelchairs; the woodland climb and rougher return are the parts to assess carefully.

Why go

  • Short circular route with clear waymarking
  • Lake, bridge and parkland scenery
  • No steps or stiles
  • Suitable for pushchairs and off-road mobility scooters

Heads up

  • The woodland section reaches a gradual 16% slope
  • Return track is unsurfaced
  • Limited walk if you want a longer or more strenuous hike

Map & elevation

The route

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Elevation97–166 m
TrailheadDôl Idris Car Park, Talyllyn52.68692, -3.87835
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Plan your hike

Before you go

Parking

Use Dôl Idris Car Park off the A487 via the B4405. The postcode is LL36 9AJ but covers a wide area, so follow the signed entrance rather than relying on the postcode alone. Facilities include Blue Badge parking, accessible toilets, accessible picnic tables, a visitor centre and a seasonal tea room.

Safety

The route is graded accessible, but the woodland climb reaches a gradual 16% slope and the return uses an unsurfaced track. Check that section against the needs of your group, keep to the waymarked route, and park only in designated areas without blocking field or residential entrances.

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Dôl Idris and Cader Idris
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“You're coming up on Dôl Idris, the starting point for Cader Idris's steep Minffordd Path and a much gentler lakeside walk.”

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