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Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) National Nature Reserve, near Beddgelert
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At 1085m (3,560ft) Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) is the highest peak in the Snowdonia range, and the most famous mountain in Wales.
Much of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) is a National Nature Reserve.
Snowdonia is the only UK home for the delicate Snowdon lily, which grows on ledges and rock faces, and wildlife includes feral goats and birds of prey.
The reserve is managed in partnership by Natural Resources Wales, the National Trust, the Snowdonia National Park Authority and local landowners.
National Nature Reserves in Wales
There are over 70 National Nature Reserves in Wales.
National Nature Reserves are places with some of the very finest examples of wildlife habitats and geological features.
Find out more about National Nature Reserves.
Visiting Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
There are several routes from various car parks onto Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).
Paths on Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) are demanding, rocky and steep in places.
Wear appropriate clothing and footwear, and check the weather forecast before setting off.
The car parks, toilets and all visitor facilities here are operated by the Snowdonia National Park Authority.
Plan your visit in advance by checking the latest information on the Snowdonia National Park Authority website.
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