Llyn Clyd Bach

Lake, Pool, Pond, Freshwater Marsh in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Llyn Clyd Bach

The beginning of the steep descent from Cwm Cneifio to Llyn Idwal The Carneddau Mountains form the background.
The beginning of the steep descent from Cwm Cneifio to Llyn Idwal Credit: Eric Jones

Llyn Clyd Bach is a picturesque freshwater lake located in the county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Nestled amidst the breathtaking Snowdonia National Park, the lake is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Measuring approximately 22 acres in size, Llyn Clyd Bach is surrounded by lush greenery and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The lake is fed by numerous small streams and springs, ensuring a constant flow of fresh water.

The tranquil waters of Llyn Clyd Bach are home to a variety of fish species, including brown trout and perch, making it an ideal spot for fishing. Anglers can be seen casting their lines from the shores or from small boats, hoping to reel in a prized catch.

The lake also provides a valuable habitat for diverse wildlife. Visitors may catch a glimpse of waterfowl such as ducks and swans gliding across the calm surface, or spot dragonflies and other insects buzzing around the marshy areas. The surrounding vegetation includes reeds, rushes, and various aquatic plants, attracting a range of bird species that feed and nest in the area.

Llyn Clyd Bach offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its serene beauty, combined with the surrounding natural landscapes, makes it a haven for those seeking tranquility and a chance to connect with nature. Whether it's a leisurely stroll along the peaceful shores or a day spent fishing, Llyn Clyd Bach is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered.

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Llyn Clyd Bach Images

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The beginning of the steep descent from Cwm Cneifio to Llyn Idwal The Carneddau Mountains form the background.
The beginning of the steep descent from Cwm Cneifio to Llyn Idwal
The Carneddau Mountains form the background.
Llynnau Idwal and Ogwen from the slopes of Y Garn The rugged peak on the right is Y Tryfan.
Llynnau Idwal and Ogwen from the slopes of Y Garn
The rugged peak on the right is Y Tryfan.
Llyn Idwal and Clogwyn y Tarw/Gribin Facet
Llyn Idwal and Clogwyn y Tarw/Gribin Facet
View South from the summit of Y Garn The background features Llyn y Cwn and the towering cliffs of Glyder Fawr and Esgair Felen.
View South from the summit of Y Garn
The background features Llyn y Cwn and the towering cliffs of Glyder Fawr and Esgair Felen.
View SSE across the Garn Plateau The Snowdon Massif occupies the background.
View SSE across the Garn Plateau
The Snowdon Massif occupies the background.
Llyn Idwal and Pen yr Ole Wen, Snowdonia A late September morning with beautiful, almost clear blue skies.   A short walk from Pont Pen-y-Benglog up into the Glyderau mountains brings you to the shores of Llyn Idwal.  Looking north across the calm waters to the peak of Pen yr Ole Wen in the Carneddau mountains.
Llyn Idwal and Pen yr Ole Wen, Snowdonia
A late September morning with beautiful, almost clear blue skies. A short walk from Pont Pen-y-Benglog up into the Glyderau mountains brings you to the shores of Llyn Idwal. Looking north across the calm waters to the peak of Pen yr Ole Wen in the Carneddau mountains.
Across the cwm to Y Gribin At the end of a 'bucket list' ascent of Bristly Ridge [never to be repeated thanks], nearing the summit plateau of Glyder Fach, and with a view across a deep cwm to the rocky ridge of Y Gribin. Y Garn [947m] in the distance.
Across the cwm to Y Gribin
At the end of a 'bucket list' ascent of Bristly Ridge [never to be repeated thanks], nearing the summit plateau of Glyder Fach, and with a view across a deep cwm to the rocky ridge of Y Gribin. Y Garn [947m] in the distance.
Pont droed / Footbridge
Pont droed / Footbridge
Pabell amryliw / A multicoloured tent
Pabell amryliw / A multicoloured tent
Pabell amryliw / A multicoloured tent (2)
Pabell amryliw / A multicoloured tent (2)
Llyn Idwal
Llyn Idwal
Ffens yng Nghwm Idwal / Fence in Cwm Idwal
Ffens yng Nghwm Idwal / Fence in Cwm Idwal
Glacial rock feature/ Nodwedd craig rhewlifol
Glacial rock feature/ Nodwedd craig rhewlifol
Llyn Idwal & Pen yr Ole Wen
Llyn Idwal & Pen yr Ole Wen
Path down to Cwm Idwal
Path down to Cwm Idwal
Llyn Idwal in the Glyderau Mountains Just before 8a.m. on a beautiful, late April morning.  No traffic to speak of on the A5 as I drove to the Ogwen Valley earlier; plenty of places to park; peaceful and quiet; glorious weather. 
The path from Pont Pen-y-Benglog takes you up into the Glyderau Mountains. 
Then - to have an hour by Llyn Idwal, with only one other person in sight in the distance for that entire time - wonderful!  I've walked round Llyn Idwal in each of the seasons and in every type of weather - but the peace and quiet that morning was a beautiful gift! 
For that hour it was just me, the Llyn and the mountains - incredible!
Llyn Idwal in the Glyderau Mountains
Just before 8a.m. on a beautiful, late April morning. No traffic to speak of on the A5 as I drove to the Ogwen Valley earlier; plenty of places to park; peaceful and quiet; glorious weather. The path from Pont Pen-y-Benglog takes you up into the Glyderau Mountains. Then - to have an hour by Llyn Idwal, with only one other person in sight in the distance for that entire time - wonderful! I've walked round Llyn Idwal in each of the seasons and in every type of weather - but the peace and quiet that morning was a beautiful gift! For that hour it was just me, the Llyn and the mountains - incredible!
Shingle beach at the northern end of Llyn Idwal The beach was the find-spot in 2015 of a couple of prehistoric stone implements - the business end of a thick and broken flake, and a possible awl, as described briefly at <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://archwilio.org.uk/arch/query/page.php?watprn=GAT71265&dbname=gat&tbname=core" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://archwilio.org.uk/arch/query/page.php?watprn=GAT71265&dbname=gat&tbname=core">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>. We are looking up towards Cwm Clyd beneath the summit of Y Garn.
Shingle beach at the northern end of Llyn Idwal
The beach was the find-spot in 2015 of a couple of prehistoric stone implements - the business end of a thick and broken flake, and a possible awl, as described briefly at LinkExternal link. We are looking up towards Cwm Clyd beneath the summit of Y Garn.
Cwm Clyd from the northeast A view into the secretive Cwm Clyd below Y Garn; little visited as the paths don't really lead that way, and all the ways onwards and upwards are blooming steep, as you can see.
Cwm Clyd from the northeast
A view into the secretive Cwm Clyd below Y Garn; little visited as the paths don't really lead that way, and all the ways onwards and upwards are blooming steep, as you can see.
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Llyn Clyd Bach is located at Grid Ref: SH6359 (Lat: 53.118253, Lng: -4.0398728)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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