Outdoor Activities

Want to explore the great outdoors? Conwy County is perfectly located for a range of outdoor activities. Whether you want to climb up picturesque mountain ranges or participate in water sports on the coast, you’ll find the perfect outdoor activity to suit everyone.

From adrenaline activities to gentle, scenic walks
The countryside in North Wales makes it an ideal location for outdoor adventure and adrenaline activities. Enjoy zip lines, water sports and rock climbing whilst admiring spectacular views of the coast and landscape. Conwy County is the part of North Wales where Snowdonia meets the sea, so the county encompasses a scenic coastline as well as a number of spectacular mountain ranges.
Whilst the area offers a range of fantastic adrenaline activities, visitors can also enjoy gentler sports in the county’s countryside. With a wide selection of superb golf courses, a number of local fishing spots and a variety of scenic walks to enjoy, you’ll find plenty of outdoor experiences to entertain all members of your holiday party.

Outdoor activity inspiration

For an adrenaline fix, head to Zip World Fforest in Betws y Coed. Fall 100ft through a trapdoor, fly through the forest on Zip World’s giant swing, or twist and turn through the trees on the Fforest Coaster. If you prefer water based adrenaline activities, head to Plas Y Brenin National Outdoor Centre in Snowdonia National Park to try canoeing, kayaking and white water rafting.

Enjoy a round of golf at Conwy Caernarvonshire Golf Club. Home of the Curtis Cup 2020, the links course provides a great golfing experience all year round.
For a more tranquil yet rewarding outdoor adventure, try one of the popular walks in the area. Head uphill and trek along the Conwy Mountain Walk to enjoy superb views over the county. Alternatively, enjoy a stroll around one of the county’s beautiful lakes. The circular trails at Llyn Brenig and Llyn Crafnant are pushchair friendly.

Find out more

Browse our list of outdoor activities in Conwy County to find the perfect experience for you. Find out more about the activities that appeal to you most and add them to your holiday itinerary. If you need any further information about any of the activities, call our Tourist Information team on 01492 577577.

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National Cycle Route 5 - Conwy County

Address

Holyhead - Chester, Conwy

Holyhead - Chester

The Conwy County section of the National Cycle Route 5 takes you along the North Wales coast.
Fishing at Alwen Reservoir

Address

Alwen, Cerrigydrudion, Corwen, Conwy, LL21 9TT

Telephone
01490 389222

llyn.brenig@dwrcymru.com

Corwen

Alwen Reservoir is a peaceful setting with many sheltered tree-lined bays. The waters are stocked with rainbow trout, but there also plenty of perch. An ideal venue for beginners.
Swallow Falls Walk in the Gwydir Forest

Address

Ty'n Llwyn, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy, LL24 0DH

Telephone
0300 0680300

Betws-y-Coed

The Swallow Falls Trail goes through woodland to a viewpoint over the waterfall - you get a great view from this side of the river so don’t forget your camera.
Llandudno Area Walks

Address

Llandudno, Conwy, LL30 2RP

Telephone
01492 575290

cg.cs@conwy.gov.uk

Llandudno

We have listed three different walks below which take you around the Llandudno area. The walks take you from Llandudno around Deganwy, Penrhynside, Nant y Gamar, the Little Orme and the Great Orme.
Caerhun Walk

Address

Tal y Cafn, Conwy, LL28 5RR

Telephone
01492 575290

cg.cs@conwy.gov.uk

Tal y Cafn

A gentle circular walk of approximately 6.5km long from Tal-y-Cafn along the Conwy River.
North Wales Cruising Club

Address

Conwy

Telephone
01492 593481

info@nwcc.com

The club is one of the largest sailing clubs in North Wales.
North Wales Golf Club

Address

Bryniau Road, West Shore, Llandudno, Conwy, LL30 2DZ

Telephone
01492 875325

enquiries@northwalesgolfclub.co.uk

Llandudno

North Wales Golf Club is situated in the sunny seaside town of Llandudno, with excellent views over the Conwy estuary to Anglesey and the Snowdonia mountain range.
Colwyn Bay to Great Orme and Back Road Cycle Route

Address

Llanrwst Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL28 5YS

Colwyn Bay

A road route of 15 miles (24 km) passing along the coast from the town of Colwyn Bay towards Llandudno and to the Great Orme - and back again.
Penmaenmawr Golf Club

Address

Conwy Old Road, Penmaenmawr, Conwy, LL34 6RD

Telephone
01492 623330

clubhouse@pengolf.co.uk

Penmaenmawr

Penmaenmawr Golf Club lies on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park, nestled at the foot of the Sychnant Pass in a stunning location between the mountains and the sea.
Lady Mary's Walk in the Gwydir Forest

Address

Gwydyr Uchaf, Llanrwst, Conwy, LL26 0PN

Llanrwst

Lady Mary's Walk is a short trail through mixed woodland and with lovely views over the market town of Llanrwst and the widening Conwy Valley towards the sea.
Conwy Valley View Walk

Address

Hafna Mine, Nant Bwlch Heaern Road, Trefriw, Conwy, LL27 0JB

Trefriw

Starting from the car park in front of Hafna Mine ruins, this easy walk takes the forest road uphill through a mixture of spruce, pine and broadleaved woodland with wonderful views over the Conwy Valley and Great Orme.
Eirias Park Heritage Trail

Address

Parc Eirias, Abergele Road, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7SP

Colwyn Bay

The Eirias Park Heritage Trail is an easy to walk, two mile circular route around Eirias Park exploring the park’s history.
North Wales Cycling Holidays

Address

Conwy

Telephone
07919151759

northwalescyclingholidays@yahoo.com

Conwy

Join us at North Wales Cycling Holidays for two days of uninterrupted road cycling. We’ve planned your tour to explore breath-taking landscapes and beautiful countryside.
Bod Petryal Biking Route

Address

Bod Petryal Picnic Site, Clocaenog Forest, Cerrigydrudion, Conwy

Cerrigydrudion

This route meanders through the Clocaenog Forest and at 3.5km long (total climb 60m), it's the perfect route for families and beginners.
Fishing at Llyn Aled

Address

Llyn Aled, Pentrefoelas, Conwy

Telephone
01490 389222

Pentrefoelas

Located high on the Hiraethog moors, this bleak, but beautiful location at 250ft above sea level can be breezy, but provides good coarse fishing for perch, pike and roach.
Gwydyr Stables & Trekking Centre

Address

Ty Coch Farm, Penmachno, Conwy, LL25 0HJ

Telephone
01690 760248

gwydirstables@btconnect.com

Penmachno

Gwydir Trekking and Riding Centre is situated amongst the superb scenery of the Snowdonia National Park and offers delightful rides in and around the Gwydir Forest.
Curious About Llandudno

Address

Yn dechrau/Starts - Llandudno Station, Augusta Street, Llandudno, Conwy, LL30 2AD

Telephone
07876 711436

info.llandudno@curiousabout.co.uk

Llandudno

Are you curious about Llandudno? Looking for an unusual and quirky activity which gets you out in the fresh air whatever the weather? If the answer is yes, then have fun discovering Llandudno with Curious About Llandudno.
Wales Coast Path

Address

Conwy

wcp@cyfoethnaturiolcymru.gov.uk

The Wales Coast Path is a long distance walking route which runs around the entire Welsh coastline.
Llyn Crafnant Family-Friendly Trail

Address

Llyn Crafnant, Trefriw, Conwy, LL27 0JZ

Trefriw

This circular trail runs around Llyn Crafnant, sitting in the Snowdonia National Park above the village of Trefriw in the Conwy Valley.
The Brenig Trail

Address

Llyn Brenig Visitor Centre, Alwen, Cerrigydrudion, Conwy, LL21 9TT

Telephone
01490 389222

llynbrenig@dwrcymru.com

Cerrigydrudion

The Brenig Trail circumnavigates Llyn Brenig through forest and along the shoreline of the lake. The route is suitable for both family cycling and for walking at 9.5 miles (15 km) long.