Bryn Banog

Standing at 548 metres, this Welsh peak delivers proper mountain views without the crowds that swarm Snowdon's busier neighbours. Bryn Banog sits just south of Beddgelert, offering a decent half-day walk that'll test your legs but won't destroy them. The ascent from the village takes roughly two hours, winding through bracken-covered slopes before opening onto surprisingly wild moorland at the summit.

Walkers who fancy a challenge but lack the stamina for the bigger Snowdonia peaks will find this spot just right. Families with older children can manage it, though the final section gets properly steep and rocky. Views stretch across to the Moelwyns and down the Glaslyn valley - well worth the effort on a clear day.

What makes Bryn Banog particularly appealing is its accessibility from several holiday parks around Beddgelert. Cae Du and Beddgelert campsites sit just over two miles away, making it perfect for an early morning start before the weather turns. The mountain remains free to climb year-round, though winter conditions require proper gear and experience. Allow four hours return from Beddgelert village, and check the forecast - Welsh weather changes fast up here.