Mynydd-Bychan

A steep pull up from Betws-y-Coed, Mynydd-Bychan rewards you with views across the Conwy Valley that justify the effort - though I'll be honest, it's not the most thrilling peak if you're used to serious mountain walking. The climb itself is straightforward enough, taking roughly an hour from the village, and the ridge walk at the top gives you proper 360-degree views when the clouds cooperate, which they often don't in North Wales.

This is walkers' territory, pure and simple. If you're after a half-day outing with decent scenery and don't mind a bit of a slog, you'll get your money's worth. Families with older kids will manage it fine; younger ones might find the climb tedious. The peak itself is modest, nothing dramatic, but on a clear day you can see right across to the coast.

Timing matters here. Early morning or late afternoon gives you the best light, and weekday visits beat weekends for peace and quiet. There's no charge and no facilities at the top, so bring your own water and a packed lunch if you're stopping.

It slots nicely into a wider Snowdonia walk - plenty of other routes crisscross this area. If you're based at Snowdonia Glamping Holidays or Porth Eryri Glamping nearby, this makes an easy morning venture before exploring the Betws-y-Coed trails or heading higher into the mountains later. Worth doing once, but don't expect it to steal your breath.