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Bala Lake Slipway

The Bala Lake Slipway provides boat launching access to Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake), Wales' largest natural lake, situated to the southwest of the town of Bala amid the Berwyn, Aran, and Arenig mountains.

The lake stretches nearly four miles long and up to three-quarters of a mile wide, and is a Site of Special Scientific Interest managed by the Snowdonia (Eryri) National Park Authority.

A slipway at the Bala Adventure and Watersports Club on the lake's northwest shore is described as long, shallow, and straightforward to use, suitable for a range of craft.

A jetty alongside offers a convenient tie-up point, though shallow water and rocks require caution. Launching fees are payable via parking pay machines at the foreshore. Note that safety boats, power boats (except electric), and sailing craft above 5.

8 metres are not permitted on the lake.


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