The Welsh autumn hiking destination and waterfall that's a 'must-visit'

Autumn heralds the perfect season for a weekend escape, with the UK's countryside offering a spectacular display of changing leaves and serene beauty.

Recently crowned as the UK's favourite hike, the Aber Falls circular trail in Eyri National Park, Wales, promises archaeological wonders and a stunning waterfall. Spanning 6.8 kilometres, it's an accessible two-hour trek that can be extended for those wishing to fully immerse themselves in the natural splendour.

The path is relatively easy, featuring only a few challenging descents, catering to a wide spectrum of hiking abilities. However, its popularity means it can become crowded, so early risers are rewarded with a quieter experience.

Outdoor specialists at Blacks have crunched data from AllTrails and Google, alongside weather stats from October 2023 to September 2024, to identify top hiking destinations for the cooler months.

Aber Falls leads the pack, thanks to its gentle climate, averaging around 8C later in the year, and boasting a stellar 4.8-star rating on AllTrails, reports the Mirror.

An enthusiastic hiker praised the trail on AllTrails with a five-star review, exclaiming: "Super beautiful! ! ! We carried on and climbed the hill and found some more waterfalls so amazing! ".

Aber Falls has been hailed as a "must visit" on TripAdvisor, with one visitor recounting their experience: "Aber Falls is a spectacular waterfall which, considering its location, is probably the most visited in Wales, along Pistyll Rhaeadr."

They added: "I got extremely lucky during my visit when huge rainstorms dumped a huge amount of rain overnight and made this waterfall into a monster. There was so much water pouring over it and with such force it was impossible to even get close to the base with all the spray flying everywhere. I got extremely wet about 20 meters from the base itself! ".