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National Parks

Together, the three Welsh National Parks – Snowdonia, Pembrokeshire Coast and Brecon Beacons – protect an impressive 20 percent of Wales, including precious landscapes, habitats, villages and heritage sites. They’re perfect for active weekends and holidays in the glorious outdoors.

Near the summit of Snowdon

Mountains of Wales

The Welsh mountains make our landscapes truly distinctive. They're also endlessly exciting to explore.

Topics:

  • Mountains
  • Snowdonia National Park
  • Brecon Beacons National Park
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor

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View of the sea from a cliff

Discover the stunning beauty of the Pembrokeshire coast

Explore the beautiful beaches, craggy cliffs and wildlife-filled islands of Pembrokeshire.

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • Coastline
  • Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
  • Outdoor
Pembrokeshire
Coasteering group jumping off rocks into sea.

Active in Pembrokeshire

Discover great adventures to be had in Britain’s only Coastal National Park.

Topics:

  • Coastline
  • Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
West Wales
Walker overlooking Cadair Idris, Snowdonia.

Safety advice for exploring our National Parks

Planning on visiting one of our National Parks? Find out how to stay safe.

Topics:

  • Mountains
  • Snowdonia National Park
  • Pembrokeshire Coast National Park
  • Brecon Beacons National Park
  • Outdoor
dwy fenyw’n cerdded ar fryn gyda golygfeydd gwledig.

Exploring the Brecon Beacons

From the deep caves to high peaks, there’s plenty to explore in this gem of a national park.

Topics:

  • Countryside
  • Brecon Beacons National Park
  • List
  • Outdoor
Brecon Beacons
A black horse being prepared for a ride.

Horses on holiday in the Brecon Beacons

Take your horse on holiday and share the beauty of the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • Countryside
  • Brecon Beacons National Park
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
2 people canoeing in the Wye Valley

Real adventures in the Brecon Beacons

Inspirational ideas to get active in the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • Brecon Beacons National Park
  • List
  • Outdoor
Brecon Beacons
Aerial view of the green plains below from the top of Pen y Fan with blue skies.

Walk the Brecon Beacons

Pull on your boots and discover the wide open spaces of the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Topics:

  • Mountains
  • Brecon Beacons National Park
  • List
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor
Mid Wales
A high waterfall from above surrounded by autumn coloured trees.

Wonderful Welsh waterfalls to discover

Our guide to some of the best waterfall walks in Wales.

Topics:

  • Wellness activities
  • Countryside
  • List
  • Outdoor
Walker on Cantilever Rock with hands in the air, Snowdonia

Mountains of activities in Snowdonia

Mountains, castles and coast – there’s plenty of adventure to be found in Snowdonia.

Topics:

  • Snowdonia National Park
  • List
  • Outdoor
Snowdonia
people on zip wires with inland surf lagoon below.

Get active in Snowdonia!

Try something new or enjoy your favourite activity in the amazing setting of Snowdonia.

Topics:

  • Groups
  • Snowdonia National Park
  • List
  • Outdoor
North Wales
child and two adult walkers approaching summit of mountain.

The big three: mountains for children

Walking in the mountains can be great fun for children. Discover the some of the best to explore.

Topics:

  • Family
  • Mountains
  • Amazing places
  • Outdoor

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