Gŵr Bach

The walk up Gŵr Bach doesn't take long, which is either brilliant or disappointing depending on what you're after. From Dolgellau, you're looking at a straightforward ascent of around 600 metres - less than two hours up and down for most people, making it ideal if you've got kids in tow or just fancy a proper walk without committing your entire day.

What makes it worth doing is the view. You get proper 360-degree vistas across the Cader Idris range and down towards the Mawddach estuary. On a clear day - and you'll need clear weather here, like anywhere in Snowdonia - it's genuinely cracking. The peak itself is a bit of a scramble at the end, which keeps things interesting and stops it feeling like a stroll around a carpark.

Walkers will love this more than families with very young children. There's nothing to do at the top except stand around looking at the view, no cafe, no facilities. Bring proper kit: Welsh weather turns on a sixpence. Summer's the obvious choice, though spring and autumn can be lovely if you time it right.

If you're camping at one of the sites near Dolgellau - Gwerniago, Sunbeach, or Cae Du are all within five miles - Gŵr Bach makes a brilliant half-day option before heading back for a late lunch. It pairs well with exploring the town itself and the valley walks that make this corner of Gwynedd so rewarding.