From enchanting woodland waterfalls to jaw-dropping cascades on mountainsides, waterfalls never fail to impress.
They can be tranquil places to visit and a calming escape from the stresses of everyday life, or so dramatic that you’ll lose yourself for a few moments watching them.
North Wales is home to some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the UK - including the highest single-drop waterfall in Britain.
There’s plenty to choose from and they make a great focal point for a day out or even just an afternoon walk if you're on a staycation in the area.
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Here are some amazing waterfalls you can visit in North Wales.
Dolgoch Falls, Snowdonia National Park
Three waterfalls tumbling down mossy rocks make up the stunning Dolgoch Falls.
Hidden among the trees with a deep pool at the bottom, it's a waterfall which doesn't disappoint.
It’s quite easy to reach, there’s a walk you can take through the woodland from the Dolgoch Falls Hotel, or you can hop on board the Rheilffordd Talyllyn railway which takes you to Dolgoch station.
Rhaeadr Dyserth Waterfall, Dyserth, Gwynedd
You don’t have to climb mountains or walk for miles to see this impressive 70ft waterfall - this is easily accessed from the village of Dyserth.
Plunging down into the River Clwyd, the waterfall is stunning and the location is ideal for a picnic. There’s also stairs you can take to the top of the waterfall.
The huge walls which stand beside the waterfall are said to have historically housed a waterwheel powered by the falls.
Llanberis Waterfall, Llanberis
This is just a 10 minute walk away from Llanberis town centre but it is a hidden gem of a waterfall.
It’s at its most dramatic after recent rainfall, when water gushes down in a series of waterfalls down the rockface.
Aber Falls, Abergwyngregyn, Gwynedd
A spectacular waterfall surrounded by wild and dramatic scenery, Aber Falls plunges down a rocky cliff face with a drop of 120ft at the foothills of the Carneddau mountain range.
Nearby are several small Bronze Age settlements, with cairns and even an excavated roundhouse which you can see along the path to the falls.
There’s a clear track to the falls from the car park at Bont Newydd.
Swallow Falls, Betws-y-Coed, Conwy
Made up of a series of waterfalls along the Afron Llygwy River, Swallow Falls is a mesmerising spot.
There are lots of viewing areas to see the falls, so it’s easy to get the perfect Instagram photo.
You can follow a trail to the falls through Gwydir Forest Park, starting at the Ty’n Llwyn car park.
Llanrhaeadr Waterfall (Pistyll Rhaeadr), Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant
This incredible waterfall is referred to as one of the Seven Wonders of Wales - and it’s easy to see why.
It’s Britain’s tallest single-drop waterfall at 240ft high and there’s even a bridge you can cross at the bottom of the falls.
There are even footpaths you can follow up to the top of the waterfall and there is parking nearby, as well as a cafe.
There’s plenty of walks to do nearby but be aware the road to the falls is narrow with passing places along the way.
Rhiwargor Waterfall, Oswestry
This is a majestic waterfall which cascades down the side of the valley and is impressive to see from afar and up close.
It’s at the end of Lake Vyrnwy and can be reached by following the river from the car park.
You do need to cross the river when you arrive at the falls, and there are some rocks you can use as stepping stones although it’s more difficult if there’s been recent rainfall.
Waterfall Bridge, Bodnant Gardens, Conwy
If you have a wander around the pretty Bodnant Gardens you’ll come across these charming falls which are hidden in the gorge garden.
A bridge crosses the top of the waterfall creating a picturesque spot and allowing you to see the falls from above.
Fairy Falls Waterfall, Trefriw
One of the more modest waterfalls on the list, the Fairy Falls is a peaceful spot to visit and only a short walk from the main roach in Trefriw.
The falls are more impressive after recent rainfall, and you can incorporate them as part of other walks in the area.
Rhaeadr Ddu Waterfalls, Ganllwyd, Wales
Tucked away among the trees, there are two waterfalls which cascade over 60ft and into the pool below.
You can follow a 2 mile-long trail to the falls through the woods from the Ganllwyd car park, crossing a picturesque bridge along the way.
Watkin Path waterfall pools, Snowdon
Vivid-blue pools and cascading waterfalls make this one of the top beauty spots in Snowdonia.
Located just off the Watkin Path, a route to the top of Mount Snowdon, the pools are a magical place to visit and popular for wild swimming in the warmer months.
Wepre Park, Connah’s Quay, Flintshire
Not a traditional waterfall as such, the water spilling over the top of this Victorian damn is still worth visiting.
You can follow a path through the woodland which will take you to the waterfall.
Wepre Park isn’t far from the ruins of Ewloe Castle, so you can incorporate that into your trip.
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