Llyn Gwynant Explained

Llyn Gwynant
Pushpin Map:Wales Gwynedd
Location:Snowdonia, Wales
Coords:53.05°N -6°W
Type:natural
Basin Countries:United Kingdom
Area:50ha

Llyn Gwynant is a lake in Snowdonia, Wales.

Llyn Gwynant lies on the River Glaslyn, in the Nant Gwynant valley, and is about 1¼ miles (2 km) north east of Llyn Dinas; the village of Bethania lies between them.

Snowdon lies 2 miles (3 km) to the north west. The lake is natural, having been formed by glacial action and is 120 acres (50 hectares) in size. It is a popular place for canoeing and kayaking with easy access from the A498 road which runs along its south bank.

It was used as a filming location in the 2003 film '', and the 2022 film 'Brian and Charles'.

The view towards Llyn Gwynant and Moel Hebog is one of the most photographed in Snowdonia.

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