Llyn Gwynant lies on the River Glaslyn and is a lake in Snowdonia, Wales. It is probably the most photographed lake in Snowdonia. It is a lake formed by glacial activity and as a result is relatively shallow. The most popular activities on the lake are fishing and canoeing. It’s claim to fame was that it was used as a backdrop for a Lara Croft Tombraider film called the Cradle of Life.