Please click here for more information. Cader Idris National Nature Reserve Dolgellau, Gwynedd A magnificent mountain towering over the spectacular Mawddach estuary. The area contains some of the most dramatic scenery in Wales.The area is of outstanding geomorphological importance including features such as the extensive Talyllyn fault, several corries and narrow summit ridges. There is a range of plant communities, grasslands prevailing but with much Bilberry heath and areas of montane moss heath. Well developed acidic soligenous mires, blanket mire and on lower ground remnants of Sessile Oak woodland all occur. Cader Idris is one of the most southern areas of Britain for arctic-alpine plants with species such as Least Willow and Purple Saxifrage. The Countryside Council for Wales is committed to creating opportunities for everyone to enjoy the countryside. National Nature Reserves are no exception. On some reserves the Countryside Council for Wales has provided additional paths. On others, access on foot is unrestricted and visitors are welcome to wander freely. Where possible, the Countryside Council also provide facilities to add to visitors' enjoyment of reserves such as bird hides, information points, guided walks and displays, and facilities for the disabled. Signs at entrances welcome visitirs to each reserve and provide basic information.       Reset Map Position About our location: Travel out of Corris and Corris Uchaf on the A487 and take a left on to B4405 signposted 'Tywyn'. The reserve car park is on the right. Parking is free of charge and there are toilet facilities. As you walk up towards the reserve, how about popping into our visitor centre which is open during summer months. Safety: The Countryside Council for Wales makes every attempt to ensure that your visit to a reserve is enjoyable and safe. But visitors should also be aware of their own safety. Please watch out for hazards and wear appropriate clothes and footwear for your visit. This work was commissioned by the Countryside Council for Wales as part of its programme of research into sustaining natural beauty, wildlife and outdoor enjoyment in rural Wales and its inshore waters.    Cader Idris National Nature Reserve Dolgellau, Gwynedd  Telephone  Website	Accommodation Beaches Events Restaurants Click on the channels above to get information on areas covered by the zoomable maps.