Gamallt

The walk up Gamallt isn't long, but it's steep enough to make you feel like you've earned the views. It's one of those Welsh peaks that doesn't get the crowds of Snowdon, which means you'll often have the summit to yourself - proper job if you're after some peace.

From the top you get commanding views across the Mawddach estuary and towards Dolgellau, the nearest town just a handful of miles south. On a clear day the vistas stretch right across to the Cader Idris range. The ascent takes about forty minutes from the car park, so it's doable for families with older kids, though younger ones might find the gradient tedious.

You'll want to allow a couple of hours for the round trip with a breather at the summit. There's no visitor facilities up there - bring water and a packed lunch if you plan to linger. The peak itself is bare and windswept, so layers are essential even when it's warm in the valley below.

If you're camping at Gwerniago, Sunbeach, or Graig Wen, Gamallt makes a solid half-day excursion that leaves you time to explore Dolgellau's narrow streets or tackle something more ambitious like Cader Idris later. It's the sort of walk that rewards you without demanding a full day's commitment - ideal when you want activity without the epic slog.