Welcome to North Wales, a region blessed with some of the UK’s most dramatic and beautiful wild swimming opportunities. Stretching from the mountains of Snowdonia/Eryri across to the Isle of Anglesey and down through the Conwy Valley, North Wales also takes in the Llŷn Peninsula and the border counties of Denbighshire and Flintshire to the east.
Nestled amidst dramatic landscapes such as Snowdonia/Eryri, the glacial lakes of the Ogwen Valley, the winding River Conwy, and the wild Anglesey coastline, North Wales is home to an array of icy mountain lakes, tumbling waterfalls, and fast-flowing rivers that beckon adventurous souls seeking a truly wild swimming experience. It also boasts some of the best beaches in Wales, tucked along the Llŷn Peninsula and around Anglesey, that simply can’t be ignored along the way.
With its diverse range of swim spots, North Wales offers an abundance of opportunities for swimmers of all levels to immerse themselves in nature’s refreshing (and often bracing) embrace.
Much like his experiences with Mid Wales and South Wales, Owain has fond memories of trips to North Wales, exploring the lakes and rivers scattered across Snowdonia/Eryri and the coastline beyond.
Take a look at some of our favourite wild swimming locations in North Wales below.