Llechog

Standing at 617 metres, this modest peak delivers proper mountain views without the Snowdon crowds. The summit offers sweeping vistas across the Llanberis Pass and towards Anglesey on clear days - well worth the effort if you fancy a quieter alternative to the main tourist trails.

Experienced walkers will appreciate the direct route up from the Llanberis Pass, though it's a proper climb that'll get your heart pumping. The path can be boggy in places, so decent boots are essential. Allow around three hours return from the A4086.

Families with older children who are comfortable on rough ground will enjoy this one, but it's definitely not pushchair territory. The rocky sections near the top require a bit of scrambling, making it more suitable for confident hikers than casual day-trippers.

What sets Llechog apart is the view back towards Snowdon itself - you'll get cracking photos of Wales's highest peak from here without fighting through the masses at Pen-y-Pass. The contrast between busy Snowdon and this peaceful summit is striking.

Staying at one of the nearby parks around Llanberis makes this an easy day out. Llanberis Touring Park and the various campsites around Beddgelert put you right in the heart of Snowdonia, with Llechog offering a perfect warm-up hike before tackling the bigger peaks.