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Notable lake · Gwynedd, Wales

Llyn Bowydd

Llyn Bowydd is a lake in Gwynedd, Wales.

Llyn Bowydd: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this lake: Full / gates open · Low water level · Entry closed.

Best time to visit Llyn Bowydd

Season: August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Llyn Bowydd — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 53.00306, -3.89993. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

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    Frequently asked

    Is Llyn Bowydd full? Are the gates open?

    No visitor has reported the water level status for Llyn Bowydd yet. Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Busiest: Weekends and long holidays.

    What is the best time to visit Llyn Bowydd?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Llyn Bowydd?

    Nearby: Moel Penamnen (viewpoint, 2 km), Craig Goch y Gamallt (viewpoint, 4 km), Crimea Pass (viewpoint, 4 km), Y Ro Wen (viewpoint, 5 km), Allt-fawr (viewpoint, 6 km), Tomen Castell (fort, 7 km).

    Is Llyn Bowydd worth visiting?

    Llyn Bowydd is listed as a notable lake in Wales on Spotwander.