Aber Falls

Aber Falls

12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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  • Carys
    Swansea, United Kingdom9 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Must See!
    Aber falls is a must if visiting north Wales! Accessible gravel pathway and fairly easy walk to the waterfall. It took me and my family 1h 30m to walk there and back. Definitely recommend.
    Visited March 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 29 March 2024
  • Pete S
    8 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aber, Aber Do.
    I've visited Rhaedar Fawr and Bach six times in the last eight days to witness the change due to increased rainfall. Each time the path up was very busy with tourists, most of which were wholly focused on reaching the falls and seemingly ignored the information centre on the left of the path. Access has been improved and plaudits should be given to both the National Trust and allocated council A Top Tourist attraction that facilities cater for very well. Though I always walk from the village, never drive.
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled solo
    Written 9 April 2024
  • Serena C
    Cheshire, United Kingdom917 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Good exercise and a lovely walk!
    A long but not too arduous walk up to the waterfalls - about 3/4 of an hour each way. There's a car park but I can imagine it gets pretty full in the summer so beware. There were lots of sheep with their frolicking lambs on the way. The waterfall is impressive! The water is filtered and used in the production of single malt whisky of the same name!
    Visited April 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 29 April 2024
  • Tom Rowlands
    Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates1,375 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great easy walk
    Parking at the car park is easy and 5 quid for the whole day. Path is well marked and easy to follow. If you do the first water fall, that is the main one it's an hour and a half round trip and a relatively easy walk for all abilities.
    Visited May 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 14 May 2024
  • hypercolius
    87 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Amazing waterfall. But don't forget the other waterfalls!
    Aber Falls is a spectacular waterfall which, considering its location, is probably the most visited in Wales, along Pistyll Rhaeadr. I got extremely lucky during my visit when huge rainstorms dumped a huge amount of rain overnight and made this waterfall into a monster. There was so much water pouring over it and with such force it was impossible to even get close to the base with all the spray flying everywhere. I got extremely wet about 20 meters from the base itself! Now that I saw it, photos really do not do justice to it, as I thought it would be smaller and far less spectacular before I visited. Most people come for the main drop, however, there is a series of large cascades directly above the main drop, including a very large one visible from a limited viewing angle some distance from the base, with it hidden by trees from other angles. However, it is highly unsafe to attempt to get close to them, and are thus an exclusively long-range photograph. About 400 meters right of the main waterfall is another beautiful cascade which is well worth a visit. Although it doesn't carry anywhere near as much water as Aber Falls, it is still exceptionally beautiful and actually appears a lot taller, cascading in several steps from the mountain. There is a very small waterfall immediately to the right of this one, and another series of cascades a further 300 meters along the trail. The cascades below Aber Falls, particularly those about 30 meters downstream of the small bridge near Aber Falls, are spectacular in their own right. In the conditions I visited, they carried a large volume of water which appeared tea-coloured, with one particular cascade appearing orange! This place does get very crowded however, especially on the weekends. I got lucky as I was here during rain, but as soon as it passed, a huge crowd formed in the area and completely blocked the bridge near Aber Falls.
    Visited July 2024
    Travelled solo
    Written 7 July 2024
  • JMFD
    141 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful pushchair accessible walk.
    Beautiful! Steep section to start but worth it in the end. Navigable with decent wheeled pushchair (I'd not take a lightweight umbrella type but any modern buggy should be fine). If you are taking a pushchair be sure to use the right entrance! There's an extra entrance between the two car parks with a pushchair sign on which gives a wide gate and level start. It's signed from the top car park but not the lower. Met lots of dogs, but no poo bags unlike precious reviews. Friendly locals gave me photography tips at the end. Both parking spots take card or coins
    Visited July 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 10 July 2024
  • Mojoblue717
    Manchester, United Kingdom3,355 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Must visit when in the area
    Excellent short walk in a lovely piece of Welsh countryside, just off the A55 at Abergwengregyn. Drive through a really quaint small village with some very old Welsh stone cottages, along a narrow country lane in a steep sided wooded valley, that follows the Afon Goch on its way to the Menai Strait. There is a bit of non-pay parking on the roadside, but best to park in the main car park over a small narrow stone bridge, which is the shortest route to the falls, especially if you have a pushchair. Costs £5 to park. I was quite surprised just how good the path to the falls is, expecting a narrow rutted/muddy track, when it's a really decent widish stone track. The first part is a good uphill climb, but manageable even for me, who has some walking difficulties. The rest a mixture of flat & incline. The Falls are about 1.25 miles from the CP, passing through some lovely countryside with spectacular views,especially on the journey back when you can glimpse Anglesey across the Menai. You can get quite close to the base of the Falls, which is a real sight to behold, though no Niagara, is as good a waterfall as I've seen in UK, and a real photo opportunity. Place is very popular, esp at weekends & CP gets full, so be warned. V popular with dog walkers, regrettably many of whom leave their little packages behind!!! Great place to take a picnic. Round trip, with stop about 1.5-2hrs. Highly recommended
    Visited July 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 16 July 2024
  • CuteKitten
    Stourport on Severn, United Kingdom384 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A must see
    This was on my list of things to see while staying near Conwy. We managed to find a parking spot which there are a good amount of it is just a popular area so can be a bit tricky to park. You do have to pay for parking which is £5 for the whole day, however, people were passing them to each other as they left and others entered so if you’re lucky you’ll get a free ticket. It is a bit of a walk from the car park around 45mins each way but it is worth it to see the waterfall. I personally found the walk a little difficult on the way there as it is a lot of uphill but the way back was fine. There were people of all ages there and we even witnessed a proposal (she thankfully said yes). There is opportunity to climb the rocks if you wanted or walk over the bridge and see the waterfall from many angles. It’s a lovely place to sit and have a picnic or read a book and relax as well as just to go and see the waterfall.
    Visited August 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 27 August 2024
  • Mick H
    Bedfordshire, United Kingdom41 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Well worth a visit
    Depending on your ability, it is an undulating 20-30 minute walk to the foot of the falls from the lower car park. It's well worth the visit and photos don't do it justice. We were lucky enough to be given a parking ticket for our visit by someone who was just leaving. We did the same when we left as the ticket £5 per visit and valid for the whole day.
    Visited September 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 5 September 2024
  • shropshirenick
    Shrewsbury, United Kingdom20,331 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Stunning Waterfall
    It is a lovely walk up to the falls. The walk is fairly easy if you are relatively fit. The local scenery is absolutely stunning. When you get to waterfall it is breathtaking, as others have said, photos don’t do it justice. I will definitely revisit these falls again if I am holidaying in the area again.
    Visited July 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 22 September 2024
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SarahBernice
Exeter, UK21 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Solo
Very pretty waterfalls and a nice walk there and back. I got to the first car park by the bridge about 10 o’clock and it was about 2/3 full (a Wednesday). £5 for the entire day, you could pay by card.

There is a circular walk to go to the falls, although you should be aware that the second half (coming back from the falls) is much steeper, rockier and at times soggier. If I was doing it again, I would probably bring trekking poles for the long steep descent coming down by the sea, just to make it better for the knees and because it was rather slippery. Having said that, I thoroughly enjoyed the entire walk. If you wanted to make sure it was easy, you could always do a there and back walk, rather than the circular one— although you would miss the fabulous sea views!

I stopped near the end of the walk at a lovely little café for some Welsh mushroom rarebit and coffee, I highly recommend! The café was called Caffi Hen Fellin. Altogether this meal cost about £13 I believe, and was very welcome after the trek.
Written 23 October 2024
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johnnyroadmap
Nantwich, UK210 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
We parked in the car park in the village (free) and walked to the start of the path beyond the two car parks where parking is £5 (cash only) and limited. The routes were well signposted depending which option you chose, the gravel path we opted for was gentle and is recommended if you have a pushchair or decide on a gentle stroll. The signposts said 2.5 miles and 1.5 hours to walk, we did it from the village in 45 minutes and we are in our 60’s!
The views on the way up are lovely but once at the top stunning.
I would highly recommend stopping at the caffi Hen Felin on the way down in the village as the food is delicious.
Written 21 September 2023
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tara h
Ashford, UK15 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
We parked at the entrance of the village at the free parking and walked up to the start of the trail to the falls, as we know it can be very busy to park at the Falls car parks,which is £5, and the roads are very narrow and get very busy. We went early to miss the busy times and had a lovely walk to the Falls. It is an amazing place to spend some time, take a picnic and have a paddle in the shallow areas. We stopped in the village cafe on our way back to the car and had a very nice coffee, with lovely friendly service. Definitely recommend visiting the Falls and cafe if in the area.
Written 27 August 2023
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Rob M
Oxford, UK53 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2023
We stupidly tried to get to the main car park on a Saturday, but the road up from the village is nowhere near capable of managing the tourist traffic.
Too many cars, drivers with no common sense, walkers with no common sense, stone walls and mostly single lane roads lead to you thinking you'll be sleeping in your car for a few days and was more scary than the zip wire we did.
After managing to get back down (we had to get to the car park and come back again), we took the much more sensible option of parking in a car park near the cafe not far off the main road.
It was about a mile easy walk to the trail start near the car park but was much more relaxing than the drive and had the added excitement of seeing cars struggling to get up/down the road.
The walk to and the falls themselves were fantastic and well worth the effort. Highly recommended.
Written 18 August 2023
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Charlotte
Lewes, UK10 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2021 • Solo
Stunning location and circular walk around the valley through beautiful countryside on relatively easy paths with just a few rocky stairs around the falls.
Keep an eye out just off the track for rocky ruins that are covered in grass and moss or being used as a snug by the many sheep that roam the valley.
Car park was busy soon after 11am so recommend getting there early: It costs £5 to park but the machine only takes coins.
It was very busy at the falls on a Sunday too: not recommended if you're seeking solitude. Walk further along the path from Aber falls to the quieter but smaller Rhaeadr bach.
Written 17 October 2021
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Derrick F M
Rhondda, UK487 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • Couples
A long and narrow road with a couple of passing points leads you to the car parking areas where it costs £5 per day. From there it is a long walk, gradually uphill, flat, covered with chippings that is approx 5ft wide. It is a pleasant walk through the open countryside with a couple of places you can stop to enjoy the surroundings; or take a breather. But it's downhill on the way back!
It is an extremely well visited area and it can be difficult to find a space to park. There seemed to be a never ending stream of people walking up and down, almost conveyor like. The waterfall is impressive even in July with little rain for weeks.
Written 30 July 2021
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Babyschnookers
Castleford, UK167 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Family
We arrived late afternoon and parked just outside the village for free, this is recommended due to parking being sort after in the small car parks further up the hill.
We walked along the path to the waterfall which is beautiful however not suitable for people with difficulty walking as quite uneven and rocky in places. People were walking with small children and on bikes.
The walk took about an hour and was worth it for the view.
Lovely area for picnic, take your own as no shops of facilities up there!
Car parks were all busy and quite small but if you’re early or lucky you might be able to get in £5 cash only for car parks.
Lots of loose sheep on the track but they seem to keep away from people.
Written 2 September 2023
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8427
United Kingdom835 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
Parked in the carpark, which cost £5 for all day. There are toilets at the start, by the pay machine. We arrived late morning and there wasn't much space left, so I'd recommend arriving early. The drive to the carpark is narrow with not many passing places. You can park at the bottom of the village (for free), this will add a further 2.4km to the walk.

The walk is a fairly easy one. If you are on the left-hand side of the river, you can follow the path and it'll take you straight to the waterfall. On route, you see sheep roaming so dogs must be on leads. You can see the falls from a slightly higher viewpoint on the right-hand side of the river. To do so, cross the small wooden footbridge and climb the steps.

There is a second waterfall called Rhaeadr Bach. This fall isn't as grand as Aber falls but is definitely worthy of a quick visit. To reach Rhaeadr Bach, go through the metal swing gate and follow the single track path that runs alongside the stone wall . The single-track path is bumpy and uneven that can get quite muddy. The path will bring you to the base of the waterfall where you will find a wooden footbridge.

To get back to your car retrace your steps to Aber falls, then back down the valley to your car.

Aber falls is a very impressive fall and it is definitely worth a visit!
Written 3 November 2024
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revolutionfrommybed
West Midlands, UK423 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022 • Family
We paid £5 to park on the lower car park. Beware it's coins only, no cash or card accepted.

It took us about an hour to get to the waterfall, walking with a pre-schooler and a baby in the carrier. It's an easy and straightforward walk, perfect for families with kids. There aren't any dangerous parts either so our pre-schooler could roam freely, something he very much enjoys!

There are plenty of benches on the way if you're looking for somewhere to sit down and have a picnic. We choose a spot from where we could see the waterfall and enjoyed a very scenic break.

The waterfall is stunning, very much reminded me of waterfalls in the alps. At the bottom of the waterfall there are lots of rocks which are lots of fun to climb around on.
Written 6 June 2022
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gavster2016
Ilkeston, UK30 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • Family
Absolutely stunning waterfall and area around. If you have time and like a long walk then park in the village at the bottom but it is quite a walk up to the other car parks at the top so if you have children would recommend using the top car park. The top car park was cash only £5 and by lunch time it is full. There are 2 walks, the long way round which was about 2 hours from the top car park but the other route takes about 25 mins at a fast walk. Place was busy but lots of room to distance. Defiantly a must see if visiting North Wales.
Written 8 August 2021
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