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Best dog friendly hikes in Wales
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Best dog friendly hikes in Wales

Bring your furry friend along! These dog-friendly hikes welcome four-legged adventurers.

Here are some great hikes to explore in Wales.

Most popular hikes

1

Difficult

Snowdon via Watkin Path and Rhyd Ddu Path

Gwynedd, Wales · star 4.6 (56) · 13.0 km · Est. 4 hrs 19 min

2

Difficult

Llanberis Path - Yr Wyddfa

Gwynedd, Wales · star 4.7 (48) · 13.8 km · Est. 4 hrs 18 min

3

Medium

Tenby - Waterwynch

Pembrokeshire, Wales · star 4.5 (35) · 3.3 km · Est. 50 min

4

Medium

Dinorwig Quarry & Dolbadarn Castle

Gwynedd, Wales · star 5.0 (3) · 8.2 km · Est. 3 hrs 35 min

5

Easy

Wisemans Bridge - Pleasant Valley

Pembrokeshire, Wales · star 4.7 (41) · 5.9 km · Est. 1 hrs 27 min

6

Easy

Nine Wells - Solva

Pembrokeshire, Wales · star 4.5 (32) · 4.8 km · Est. 1 hrs 8 min

7

Easy

St Davids City

Pembrokeshire, Wales · star 4.5 (33) · 4.9 km · Est. 1 hrs 4 min

8

Easy

Llangwm - Blacktar Point

Pembrokeshire, Wales · star 4.5 (40) · 2.0 km · Est. 25 min

9

Easy

Manorbier Castle Path

Pembrokeshire, Wales · star 4.5 (37) · 1.3 km · Est. 18 min

10

Medium

Rosebush Walk

Pembrokeshire, Wales · star 4.6 (42) · 7.8 km · Est. 1 hrs 59 min

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Reviews for dog friendly hikes in Wales

Daniel Colquhoun avatar

Snowdon via Watkin Path and Rhyd Ddu Path

Dan Colquhoun · reviewed over 1 year ago

star star star star star

Fantastic route. Slight shame the summit was in cloud and so busy... The South Ridge is stunning!

Chris Crem avatar

Llanberis Path - Yr Wyddfa

Crem · reviewed about 1 year ago

star star star star star

Hiked down on 25.06.2025 with my brothers after hiking pyg track up to summit. Weather down was mist and slight rain but still a nice walk. Quite rocky and loose underfoot but a great hike down, few steep bits but easy enough

Vidhatri Ramaka avatar

Tenby - Waterwynch

Vidhatri · reviewed 11 months ago

star star star star star

Chris Woollard avatar

Dinorwig Quarry & Dolbadarn Castle

Woollard · reviewed 3 months ago

star star star star star

Rob Ellis avatar

Wisemans Bridge - Pleasant Valley

Bertiz · reviewed 9 months ago

star star star star star

Frequently asked questions for hikes in Wales

What is the climate like for hiking in Wales?

In Wales, winter (December-February) presents colder, wetter conditions and fewer daylight hours, making hiking challenging. The mild spring (March-May) is a fine season for hiking with longer daylight and blossoming landscapes. Summer (June-August) offers the best conditions, while autumn (September-November) offers vibrant foliage. Find weather information here.

Do I need a permit to hike in Wales?

In Wales, public paths and rights of way typically don't require permits for hiking. For access to private lands or protected areas, contact the local authority or Natural Resources Wales. Obtain permits for national parks through their individual websites, like Snowdonia National Park.

Is wild camping allowed in Wales?

Wild camping in Wales is technically illegal without landowner's permission, but is often tolerated in higher fell areas if practiced responsibly. Be discreet, leave no trace, and camp only for a night. Check guidelines from the UK's Countryside Code.

Are there mountain rescue services in Wales?

In case of hiking emergencies in Wales, contact the local Mountain Rescue team via the UK emergency number, 999, then ask for 'Police', then 'Mountain Rescue'. The Mountain Rescue England and Wales (MREW) is the overarching organisation for local teams.

Are there dangerous plants in Wales?

While hiking in Wales, you'll encounter a variety of flora. The countryside blooms with heather, gorse, and bluebells, while the woodlands host a variety of mosses, lichens, and ferns. In Snowdonia, rare plants like the Snowdon lily are a treat. More information at Plantlife.

What wildlife should I be aware of when hiking in Wales?

In Wales, hikers may spot red kites, Welsh mountain ponies, and otters. Watch out for midges and ticks in warmer months, and take precautions against Lyme disease. Keep an eye on the skies for peregrine falcons in mountainous areas. For more information, visit RSPB.

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