Ynys Ferlas

Getting to the top of this modest Gwynedd peak requires a proper scramble through rough terrain, but the effort pays off with cracking views across the Snowdonia landscape. Ynys Ferlas sits north of Caernarfon and offers determined walkers a chance to bag a summit without the crowds you'll find on the more famous peaks. The route isn't waymarked, so you'll need decent map reading skills and sturdy boots.

Families with young children should probably give this one a miss. It's definitely one for experienced hill walkers who enjoy a bit of route finding and don't mind getting their hands dirty on the steeper sections. Allow at least three hours for the round trip, and pick a clear day if you want to make the most of those views.

The peak works well as part of a longer Snowdonia holiday, especially if you're staying at one of the camping options around Beddgelert or the holiday parks near Caernarfon like Haven Greenacres. It's the sort of walk that leaves you feeling properly satisfied with the day's efforts, even if it's not the highest peak you'll tackle in the area.