Here are 10 beautiful waterfalls you can find in North Wales

North Wales is home to many natural water features - some are well-known, but some you may be surprised to hear about.

With coronavirus restrictions easing and travel allowed, now would be a great time to visit.

Whether you fancy a picturesque scene for Instagram or a hike with a dramatic finale, there's plenty to explore en route to.

We've put together a list of 10 beautiful waterfalls in North Wales:

Wepre Park, Connah's Quay in Flintshire

Wepre Park. image from council.

Wepre Park is a country park in Connah's Quay often described as a 'jewel in the crown'

This is a smaller waterfall but you can enjoy a walk through the woodland which is also home to the ruins of Ewloe Castle.

There is free entry and it is not far from the visitors centre.

Dolgoch Falls, Tywyn, Gwynedd

Dolgoch Falls. Picture: Phil Bulkeley

There are various walks to enjoy here with multiple waterfalls.

There may however be steep steps. Access is also free with donation boxes dotted around.

Fairy Falls waterfall, Gwynedd

Fairy Fall, Trefriw in Snowdonia

This magical gem has been described as 'tranquil' and the information board beside the waterfall states they were named by the Victorians who were fascinated with fairies.

The main falls are about 25 feet high and are said to have formed during the last Ice Age

Downstream of the main Fairy Falls are a number of further, smaller falls, which are easily accessible on foot from various directions, and are on the route of one of the Trefriw Trails.

Bersham Waterfall, Wrexham

Mikey Jones painting Bersham Waterfall

This popular site is in the heart of Wrexham at Nant Mill Country Park and Plas Power woods.

Both woodlands can be accessed via Nant Mill Visitors centre and car park, which was built in 1832, perfect for families wanting to learn about the history of the Clywedog Valley.

There are several different trails to follow.

Aber Falls, Abergwyngregyn

Aber Falls. Picture: Ben Hughes

Aber Falls is a 37m waterfall on the Afon Goch, accessed by a hike that also visits a 'bonus waterfall' near Abergwyngregyn. The walk is approximately 6km long and can be completed comfortably in 2.5 hours.

You begin at the free car park just off of the A55 then walk up the narrow road from Abergwyngregyn. It is possible to swim in the plunge pool, but even in summer the water is cold and the rocks are slippery. So visitors are urged to be careful.

Llanrhaeadr Waterfall (Pistyll Rhaeadr)

Llanrhaeadr waterfall. Picture by Elwyn Owen.

This is often referred to as one of the Seven Wonders of Wales. It is the highest waterfall in England or Wales with stunning scenery - a definitely must-see.

If you're feeling adventurous there are footpaths up to the top of the waterfall.

There is parking on sit but this is limited and when travelling to the area it is a single track road with occasional passing places.

Dyserth waterfall

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After falling some 70ft over this waterfall, the river Ffyddion makes its way to the River Clwyd - a small village on the outskirts of Rhyl.

Legend has it that the medieval walls at the location housed a giant.

Horseshoe falls, Llangollen

The Horseshoe Falls in Llangollen. By Clare Humphreys

Horseshoe Falls is a distinctively shaped weir on the River Dee near Llantysilio Hall which helps create a pool of water that can enter the Llangollen Canal

The Llangollen Canal twists its way through the Welsh hills and is a popular choice for family visits.

Swallow falls, Snowdonia

Dog Walk Swallow Falls.

Swallow Falls is an area of 'outstanding natural beauty' where the river Llugwy flows through a narrow chasm creating a stunning waterfall. This can be viewed from a location above the river with no strenuous walking.

But if you fancy a walk, there are steps which lead down close to the river edge.

The Grey Mare's Tail, Llanrwst

These beautiful falls are perched on the very edge of Snowdonia National Park. A short walk up to the falls is fairly steep before it plateaus at the top.

Paddling is possible, but care must to be taken with the slippery rocks surrounding the pool.

There are not many signposts here but you can find it off Trefriw Road B5106.