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Notable lake · Gwynedd, Wales

Llyn Pryfed

Llyn Pryfed is a lake in Gwynedd, Wales.

Llyn Pryfed: 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 Pryfed

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 Pryfed — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 52.86950, -3.98458. 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 Pryfed full? Are the gates open?

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

    What is the best time to visit Llyn Pryfed?

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

    What are the places to visit near Llyn Pryfed?

    Nearby: Moel Ysgyfarnogod (viewpoint, 3 km), Foel Penolau (viewpoint, 3 km), Rhinog Fawr (viewpoint, 4 km), Bryn Cader Faner (fort, 5 km), Rhinog Fach (viewpoint, 6 km), Ceunant Llennyrch National Nature Reserve (sanctuary, 8 km).

    Is Llyn Pryfed worth visiting?

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