If you love the outdoors and being active, then there is nowhere better to enjoy a holiday than North Wales. The region is blessed with exceptional natural beauty and offers all manner of outdoor activities, with there being something that will appeal to all ages of holidaymaker. 

We aim to help our holiday home owners and holiday guests make the most of the region, which is why we’ve put together a guide to the best outdoor activities in North Wales to take into consideration the next time you are staying with us at Tan Rallt Holiday Park. 

Without further ado, let's get down to our number one pick…

1. Climb Snowdon

If you are an outdoor enthusiast, there is no way that you can pay a visit to North Wales without frequenting the world famous Snowdon mountain. This is the largest mountain in the UK outside of Scotland, and presents a real challenge for anyone who is keen to reach the summit. 

There are six walking routes to choose from, with the most popular and easiest being the Llanberis Path. This isn’t the shortest route, but it is the least demanding when it comes to incline. It should take the average walker 7-9 hours to complete this 9 mile trek (there and back), making it the perfect outdoor activity in North Wales for those who are looking for a day out where they can admire some of the best views in the country. On a clear day, you can even see Ireland from the mountain's summit. 

Love the outdoors but feel that a 9 mile trek is a little beyond you? Then why not take the Snowdon Mountain Railway? From Llanberis station, the entire experience lasts approximately 2.5 hours which includes a 30 minute stop over at the summit visitor centre. Along the way you’ll enjoy stunning vistas as a warm up for the views that you will ultimately have at the visitor centre.

2. Go For a Bike Ride

If you prefer wheels to walking boots, then you may prefer going for a scenic bike ride along the North Wales Coastal Path. Our Abergele holiday park is located just 4.5 miles away from the Pensarn promenade where you can park for free and ride to your heart's content along this 870 mile long path. 

From Pensarn promenade you can choose to ride towards Colwyn Bay and Llandudno in one direction, or Rhyl and Prestatyn in the other. All of these seaside towns are great places to visit and offer all manner of facilities that you can take advantage of if you are looking to rest your aching legs. 

Colwyn Bay is particularly worthy of a mention, with the promenade here having recently undergone a significant redevelopment which has transformed it into one of the most modern seafronts in the country. Here you’ll find educational and play facilities for children, free WiFi access & even complimentary charging points if you need to recharge your mobile. 

There are also a plethora of fantastic facilities here including the award winning Bryn Williams restaurant and bar at Porth Eirias and the exceptional Parisella’s ice cream outlet which also serves hot beverages and tasty lunch options. 

3. Take a Dip

North Wales is also a hotbed for watersports, with plenty of coastal destinations which are perfect for surfing, paddleboarding, kayaking, wild swimming and even sailing. The closest of these destinations to Tan Rallt Holiday Park is again Colwyn Bay and, more specifically, Porth Eirias. 

This is home to the Colwyn Jet Ski club which offers free launches for members and the Môr watersports store where you can source all of your necessary equipment and accessories. You certainly won’t be alone if you are looking to take to the seas here irrespective of the time of year. 

Those who are looking to try their hand at a watersports activity for the first time may want to enlist the services of the Colwyn Bay Watersports centre. Here you can take advantage of RYA Affiliated training specialists who will be able to tell you everything you need to know about sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding and even power boating if you are lucky enough to own such a vehicle. 

4. Go Birdwatching

The eclectic mix of wetlands, woodlands, cliffs and heathlands in North Wales makes it a great location for a spot of birdwatching and one of the regions most popular birdwatching destinations is located just 10 miles up the road from our resort in the form of the Conwy RSPB Nature Reserve. 

Spread over 114 acres, this stunning nature reserve is said to have been home to 220 different species of bird since it was created in the mid 1990s. Ultimately the types of species you can expect to see here really depends on the season, with autumn being the best point of the year in which to spot some of the many migrant birds who flock to the region during this period. During the summer months you can expect to see cute ducklings and little egrets, making it a great time of year to introduce any children to birdwatching for the first time. 

Regardless of the time of year, you will be able to take advantage of the on-site facilities which includes four hides and an on-site cafe which caters for varying tastes and dietary requirements. This will be a welcome source of warming brews during the winter season.  

You can learn more about this in our expert guide to birdwatching in North Wales.

5. Visit Zip World

Adrenaline junkies will be in their element at the fantastic Zip World site in Bethesda. This is the original Zip World venue which is famously home to the fastest zip line in the world. Here you can attain speeds of up to 100 mph as you fly through Penrhyn Quarry.

It certainly isn’t for the faint hearted but is popular with tourists visiting the region. We would therefore always advise booking ahead to make sure you aren’t disappointed after completing the 30 mile journey from our resort. 

The same advice goes for the Quarry Karts activity, which is a more recent addition. Here you will complete a 3km downhill circuit in a three wheeled cart, negotiating your way around various obstacles along the way. You’ll get two attempts at completing the circuit, with participants recommended to set aside 2 hours to complete the whole experience.