Coed Dôl-frwynog

Wood, Forest in Merionethshire

Wales

Coed Dôl-frwynog

Woodland car park Adjacent to the River Mawddach. — Woodland car park Credit: John H Darch

Coed Dôl-frwynog is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Merionethshire in Wales. Covering an area of approximately 500 acres, this enchanting forest is nestled in the stunning Snowdonia National Park, offering visitors breathtaking views and a tranquil escape from the bustling city life.

The forest is predominantly composed of native Welsh oak trees, providing a rich and diverse habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna. Walking through the woodland, visitors can expect to encounter an array of wildflowers, mosses, and ferns, creating a vibrant tapestry of colors throughout the seasons. The forest floor is also home to numerous species of fungi, adding to its ecological significance.

Coed Dôl-frwynog boasts a network of well-maintained walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The trails are suitable for all levels of fitness, ranging from gentle strolls to more challenging hikes. Along the way, hikers may catch a glimpse of the local wildlife, including red squirrels, badgers, and various bird species.

In addition to its natural beauty, Coed Dôl-frwynog also holds historical and cultural significance. The forest is dotted with remnants of ancient settlements and burial sites, providing a glimpse into the region's past. It is also believed to have been a source of inspiration for many local poets and artists.

Overall, Coed Dôl-frwynog offers a captivating and immersive experience for nature enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Its combination of stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rich cultural heritage make it a must-visit destination for those exploring the beauty of Merionethshire.

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Coed Dôl-frwynog Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.81089/-3.8595899 or Grid Reference SH7425. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Woodland car park

Adjacent to the River Mawddach.

John H Darch

No Gold Panning

An unusual instruction on a path in Coed-y-Brenin.

Mike Parker

View towards Y Garn from Bryn Merllyn

Taken from the footpath rounding the western side of the hill, looking over the forestry on its slopes and the Mawddach valley beyond, to Y Garn rising beyond.

Nigel Brown

Near Dolfrwynog

David Purchase

A track in the Coed-y-Brenin forest

The approach to climb Moel Hafodowen.

David Purchase

Information board in the Coed-y-Brenin forest

This information board and the one adjacent to it (shown in SH7526 : Information board in the Coed-y-Brenin forest) seem particularly ambitious, but I wonder how many people ever see them.

David Purchase

Information board in the Coed-y-Brenin forest

This information board and the one adjacent to it (shown in SH7526 : Information board in the Coed-y-Brenin forest) seem particularly ambitious, but I wonder how many people ever see them.

David Purchase

The summit of Moel Hafodowen

David Purchase

A track in the Coed-y-Brenin forest

The Rhinogs (rough walking indeed!) make a pleasing backdrop to this photo.

David Purchase

Waiting for the post!

The sight of this postbox made me wonder if I had been transported from Wales to Bavaria! (However I have subsequently learnt that this particular postbox is Swedish.)

David Purchase

Coed Cae-cocyn from Dolydd

David Purchase

Road bridge over Afon Wen at Dolydd

The road downstream along the east side of the Afon Wen, heading for Dolgellau, is one of many narrow lanes in this part of Wales

David Purchase

The Afon Wen valley

Rivers were pretty dry in the spring of 2011.

David Purchase

The Afon Wen

Rivers in this part of Wales were pretty low in the spring of 2011.

David Purchase

Forestry path near the footbridge over theAfon Mawddach

Some sculpture and an information board on the volcanic geological past of this area.

Jeremy Bolwell

Footbridge over the Afon Mawddach in winter

The path crosses to the far bank of the lively Afon Mawddach here. On a wet day Coed y Brenin offers some good woodland walking when the mountains are clagged under cloud and buffeted by higher winds.

Jeremy Bolwell

Forestry track high in Coed-y-Brenin in December

The Forestry Commission has opened up the massive plantations to walkers and mountain bikers, the latter really have got on board the many downhill routes laid out through the forestry. Large groups are to be seen toiling uphill in all weathers, their little legs whirring frantically as they engage hill-climbing gears, their little botties wet through and their red faces speckled with mud and their eyes like saucers as they hold their loud-mouthed conversations at any available spot, regaling each other with tales of derring-do, spectacular spills and close misses with ponderous and hesitant hill-walkers, who I am positive they silently creep up on only to whizz past and try to make jump or scream out loud in alarm and terror. Blinking nutters. Still, each to his and her own eh...

Jeremy Bolwell