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Aran Benllyn and Aran Fawddwy from Llanuwchllyn
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9.66 mi
+2,615 ft
-2,605 ft
6h 45
Moderate
Departure from Llanuwchllyn (Gwynedd)
Aran Benllyn and Aran Fawddwy are both included in this southern Snowdonia walk from Llanuwchllyn. A linear route, the approach follows the ridge to one of the highest mountains in Wales. Route finding is generally easy but this walk is best saved for a fine day to enjoy the excellent views.
Arenig Fawr from Arenig near Llyn Celyn
5.41 mi
+1,621 ft
-1,631 ft
3h 55
Moderate
Departure from Llanycil (Gwynedd)
A walk to the summit of Arenig Fawr is a rewarding excursion in southern Snowdonia. Starting from Arenig near Llyn Celyn, the route offers excellent walking. Passing Llyn Arenig Fawr the ascent is relatively easy. Descent is over unpathed ground and good navigational skills are recommended.
Cadair Bronwen from Llandrillo
9.92 mi
+2,247 ft
-2,247 ft
6h 30
Difficult
Departure from Llandrillo (Denbighshire)
Cadair Bronwen is the highest point in the Berwyn Hills. This Denbighshire walk starts from Llandrillo in the Dee Valley and features a gentle ascent to the summit ridge. The route includes some excellent views and is typical of this part of Mid-Wales.
Berwyn Tops from Tan Y Pystyll
14.08 mi
+3,025 ft
-2,995 ft
9h 05
Difficult
Departure from Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant (Powys)
This lengthy walk in the Berwyns provides the walker with the opportunity to visit the highets hill in the range together with many other peaks on the main and associated ridges. As an added bonus you can see the beautiful waterfall of Pistyll Rhaeadr and also enjoy some solitude as many of the peaks are not often walked.
Rhinog Fawr and nearby tarns
13.81 mi
+3,202 ft
-3,120 ft
9h 10
Difficult
Departure from Trawsfynydd (Gwynedd)
Rhinog Fach is located in some of the roughest terrain in Snowdonia and in addition to including the summit of this rugged mountain this walk visits five of the small tarns scattered across the landscape nearby.
A traverse of the Northern Rhinogs
11.95 mi
+2,123 ft
-2,142 ft
7h 20
Moderate
Departure from Trawsfynydd (Gwynedd)
A wonderful Snowdonia walk that explores the rocky and wild terrain of the northern Rhinogs. This area sees few walkers yet offers some spectacular country. Do choose a good day as navigation can be tricky.
Round Foel Dinas from Dinas Mawddwy
4.39 mi
+1,765 ft
-1,749 ft
3h 35
Moderate
Departure from Mawddwy (Gwynedd)
A circular walk taking you to the summit of Foel Dinas and around, with great views on all sides.
The Haybarn
2.14 mi
+371 ft
-371 ft
1h 20
Easy
Departure from Ffestiniog (Gwynedd)
This is a great local walk from the front door of the Haybarn incorporating the local river, Afon Teigl, woodland, steepish climb back up to Llan Ffestiniog where you can take a rest at the local pub, Pengwern Arms, before heading back to the Haybarn following the main road.
Cae Clyd to Manor Mawr
6.95 mi
+1,644 ft
-1,634 ft
4h 40
Moderate
Departure from Ffestiniog (Gwynedd)
This walk will lead you at the top of Manod Mawr passing by the National’s Treasure Caves, which was used to store valuable paintings during WW2.
The Precipice near Dolgellau
3.36 mi
+282 ft
-249 ft
1h 50
Easy
Departure from Brithdir and Llanfachreth (Gwynedd)
This short walk near Dolgellau (Gwynedd) is a wonderful route offering great views and excellent walking. An ideal route if you are short of time or if the weather only allows a shorter walk.
Rhinog Fach and Y Llethr from Craigddu Isaf
7.92 mi
+2,405 ft
-2,428 ft
5h 45
Moderate
Departure from Trawsfynydd (Gwynedd)
This Snowdonia walk explores two contrasting mountains in the Rhinogs. Not so popular as other parts of the National Park this walk provides some wonderful scenery amidst unspoilt surroundings.
The foothills of Cader Idris
Association / Club / Walk leader4.72 mi
+837 ft
-814 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Dolgellau (Gwynedd)
A walk on little-known paths through delightful wooded country between hidden farms and valleys.
Afon Wnion & Ffynnon Fair
1.80 mi
+210 ft
-184 ft
1h 00
Easy
Departure from Dolgellau (Gwynedd)
A short stroll close to Dolgellau town centre, featuring a pretty riverside walk and a historic sacred well.
Three Lakes
8.38 mi
+1,893 ft
-1,873 ft
5h 30
Difficult
Departure from Dolgellau (Gwynedd)
A hearty, hilly hike to the foot of Cader Idris, passing Llyn Gafr, Llyn-y-Gadair and Llyn Gwernan.
New Precipice
5.43 mi
+988 ft
-1,010 ft
3h 20
Difficult
Departure from Dolgellau (Gwynedd)
A superb viewpoint, a pretty lake and a level return through the marshes.
Mawddach Trail
3.36 mi
+430 ft
-413 ft
1h 55
Moderate
Departure from Dolgellau (Gwynedd)
Along our adjacent rail trail and back via the scenic foothills of Cadair Idris.
Abergwynant
4.92 mi
+761 ft
-768 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Dolgellau (Gwynedd)
Wooded hills behind the hotel, returning via the River Gwynant and Mawddach Trail.
Three Lakes
10.19 mi
+1,939 ft
-1,939 ft
6 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Dolgellau (Gwynedd)
Glorious mountain lakes in the shadow of Cadair, returning via the Gwynant valley.
Moel Famau
10.77 mi
+1,791 ft
-1,788 ft
1 hr
Very difficult
Departure from Ruthin (Denbighshire)
An all-day expedition to the highest point in the Clwydian Hills, with magnificent views in all directions.
Two Rivers, Ruthin
5.88 mi
+207 ft
-230 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Ruthin (Denbighshire)
Over the fields to the beautiful wooded valley of the Afon Clywedog, returning via Rhewl and the Afon Clwyd.
River Clwyd
1.36 mi
+79 ft
-79 ft
0h 40
Easy
Departure from Ruthin (Denbighshire)
A relaxing stroll to a historic bridge, returning along the river and beneath the castle walls. No stiles.
Crimpiau from Capel Curig
3.77 mi
+945 ft
-955 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Capel Curig (Conwy)
The minor Snowdonia summit of Crimpiau provides an excellent walk from Capel Curig. The route crosses quite mountainous terrain and the view down Llyn Crafnant is one of the great panoramas in the area. Do make sure you are suitably equipped for this walk.
A circuit of Llyn Crafnant, near Trefriw
3.23 mi
+256 ft
-253 ft
1h 40
Easy
Departure from Trefriw (Conwy)
This Snowdonia walk provides aeasy circuit of picturesque Llyn Tranant, a reservoir nestling in the Carneddau mountains. The route is easy to follow and provides some rugged scenery without to much effort. Ideal for a family walk and picnic.
Cadair Idris via Minffordd path up and Pony Track down
5.62 mi
+2,703 ft
-2,520 ft
7 hrs
Very difficult
Departure from Llanfihangel-y-Pennant (Gwynedd)
This is an up and over route between two car parks in the Cadair Idris National Nature Reserve a range of mountains in the south of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. Walk along the south side of Cadair Idris on the ascent, and descend down its north side.
Melynllyn and Dulyn Reservoir from Llyn Eigiau parking
5.61 mi
+974 ft
-981 ft
3h 25
Moderate
Departure from Caerhun (Conwy)
This walk on the eastern side of the Carneddau mountains in Snowdonia offers a sense of solitude and excellent mountain scenery. The route is generally easy to follow although careful navigation is needed on the section from Dulyn Reservoir back to the start.
The Castell y Bere
5.56 mi
+932 ft
-915 ft
3h 20
Easy
Departure from Llanfihangel-y-Pennant (Gwynedd)
A fascinating route which circumnavigates Foel Cae’rberllan and passes through the village of Abergynolwyn. You then walk along a valley with the Afon Dysynni hemmed in at its base before veering off above Coed Cae’r-berllan and approaching Castell y Bere, prominent on a rocky outcrop to your left. After visiting castles, you then make your return along the cwm of Nant-yr-eira, initially through woods and then along an open trackway.
Llanfihangel-y-pennant, & Castell y Bere from Abergynolwyn
6.39 mi
+633 ft
-650 ft
3h 30
Moderate
Departure from Llanfihangel-y-Pennant (Gwynedd)
This Gwynedd walk is full of interest with a section across the hills, an historic chapel and a ruined castle. The final section is through a gorge. This is a surprisingly beautiful part of Snowdonia.