Swallow Falls, Cascading waterfall in Snowdonia National Park, Wales
Swallow Falls drops 42 meters through a limestone gorge, creating multiple cascades as the River Llugwy flows between Capel Curig and Betws-y-coed.
The 2nd Lord Ancaster donated Swallow Falls to the public in 1913, enabling the local village to generate funds for electricity through visitor entry fees.
The waterfall's English name stems from a misinterpretation of the Welsh word 'ewynnol' meaning foaming, which sounded similar to 'y wennol' for swallow.
Visitors can access the falls via a self-service turnstile that operates 24 hours daily, with viewing platforms offering different perspectives of the water flow.
The River Llugwy originates from Carnedd Llewelyn's peaks, flowing eastward through dense woodland before creating this natural spectacle in North Wales.
Location: Capel Curig
Location: Betws-y-coed
GPS coordinates: 53.10284,-3.84571
Latest update: May 14, 2025 09:08
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