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Capel Curig walks
Crimpiau from Capel Curig
Visorando Member
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.
Tryfan by the North Ridge from Ogwen Valley
2.13 mi
+1,880 ft
-1,880 ft
2h 35
Difficult
Departure from Capel Curig (Conwy)
This challenging route to the summit of Tryfan is one the great walks and scrambles of Snowdonia. Starting from the Ogwen Valley, much of the ascent up Tryfan's north ridge involves the use of hands. In winter this route takes on a different character when ice and snow are present and should only be attempted by those experienced in winter mountaineering.
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.
A circuit of Llyn Idwal from Ogwen Cottage
2.60 mi
+328 ft
-328 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Gwynedd
Llyn Idwal lies in a spectacular location under the Glyder Mountains in Snowdonia. This walk provides a mountain experience without too much effort walking through a rocky amphitheatre in the mountains.
A Glyderau trio: Glyder Fach, Glyder Fawr and Tryfan
5.99 mi
+2,756 ft
-2,759 ft
5h 10
Difficult
Departure from Llandygai (Gwynedd)
This walk takes in the three key summits in the Glyders - Glyder Fach, Glyder Fawr and Tryfan. It also includes the Y Gribin ridge with its excellent opportunuties for scrambling. Do choose a fine day as the views are spectacular throughout.
Snowdon and Y Lliwedd from Pen-y-pass
6.93 mi
+2,717 ft
-2,713 ft
5h 35
Very difficult
Departure from Beddgelert (Gwynedd)
This Snowdonia walk starts from Pen-y-Pass and uses the Pyg Track towards the summit of Snowdon. The route then crosses Y Lliwedd to pick up the Miner's Track for the return to the start. Good navigational skills are essential when leaving Snowdon and because of this, the walk is recommended for experienced walkers only.
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.
Yr Elen, Carnedd Llewellyn & Carnedd Dafydd
9.25 mi
+3,251 ft
-3,245 ft
7h 05
Difficult
Departure from Bethesda (Gwynedd)
The Carneddau in Snowdonia provide for some tough walking and this route is no exception. Good navigational and map reading skills are required in the early stages of the route.
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.
Exploring Beddgelert and its surroundings
3.83 mi
+925 ft
-935 ft
2h 35
Moderate
Departure from Beddgelert (Gwynedd)
Starting from Beddgelert, this walk initially follows the river and the railway line, before eventually gaining height to offer a slightly elevated view of the town.
The walk ends with a stop near Gellert’s grave.
Llangelynnin Old Church
Association / Club / Walk leader4.65 mi
+866 ft
-840 ft
2h 55
Moderate
Departure from Henryd (Conwy)
A varied walk to one of the remotest churches in Wales, with a holy well in the graveyard.
Maen-y-Bardd
8.66 mi
+1,450 ft
-1,424 ft
5h 15
Difficult
Departure from Henryd (Conwy)
A pretty village, Neolithic monuments, superb views and glorious woodland walking.
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.
Conwy Estuary
2.69 mi
+269 ft
-269 ft
1h 30
Easy
Departure from Henryd (Conwy)
Climb to a ruined building with spectacular views up and down the Conwy valley.
Cnicht, Moel Druman and Allt-fawr from Croesor
8.40 mi
+2,408 ft
-2,398 ft
6h 00
Moderate
Departure from Llanfrothen (Gwynedd)
This Snowdonia walk explores four peaks in the Moelwyns. These summits are not the most popular in the area but offer excellent walking and an insight into the now defunct slate quarrying industry.