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Glantwymyn walks
Cadair Idris via Minffordd path up and Pony Track down
Visorando Member
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.
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 Castell y Bere
Association / Club / Walk leader5.56 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.
The Dysynni Gorge
4.71 mi
+541 ft
-551 ft
2h 40
Moderate
Departure from Llanfihangel-y-Pennant (Gwynedd)
Leave Abergynolwyn Station and, after a short stretch of road, you are soon walking along a steep gorge defined by the Afon Dysynni, which squeezes through this narrow gap before reaching Dyffryn Dysynni, where it turns south-west and heads for the sea. A very quiet lane is then joined at Pont Ystumanner and this is followed for a short way to Llan llwyda, with the craggy hulk of Bird Rock directly ahead.
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.
The foothills of Cader Idris
4.72 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.
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.
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.
From Happy Valley
3.90 mi
+830 ft
-840 ft
2h 30
Easy
Departure from Tywyn (Gwynedd)
This is a short walk in the Snowodnia National Park, easily manageable in about a couple of hours making it suitable for families, for an evening excursion or for the remains of a day curtailed by bad weather. It is rewarding and enjoyable, in a land of Arthurian legend, providing varying interest and ever changing panoramas from coastal to more distant mountains.
Rhyd-y-benwch to the source of River Severn
7.28 mi
+909 ft
-909 ft
4h 10
Moderate
Departure from Llanidloes Without (Powys)
Except for the final 1km (½ mile), the walk from Rhyd-y-benwch to the source of the river and back is almost entirely within the confines of the Hafren Forest. So, perfect on a fine day, not so good in the rain.
Rhydyronen & Dysynni
3.97 mi
+108 ft
-105 ft
1h 55
Easy
Departure from Bryn-Crug (Gwynedd)
Following quiet lanes and pretty riverside paths down to the Afon Dysynni, this is an easy walk which offers expansive views towards the sea in the west, and the mountains to the east. Your return route passes Ynysymaengwyn on its way back to the station.
Rhydyronen and Brynglas
3.60 mi
+564 ft
-587 ft
2h 10
Moderate
Departure from Bryn-Crug (Gwynedd)
Starting from Rhydyronen, you are soon presented with a stunning vista of the sea and the valley as you climb gently up the lower slopes of the south-western extremities of the Tarrens. A steep descent brings you back to the railway at Brynglas Station, an alternative starting point. You then pass a fine converted mill and the handsome house of Dolaugwyn before making your way through woods and beside Nant Rhydyronen back to the start.
Rhydyronen Loop - Hendy - Pendre
4.04 mi
+279 ft
-341 ft
2h 05
Moderate
Departure from Bryn-Crug (Gwynedd)
From Rhydyronen Station, there is a splendid walk up the steep-sided valley of Nant Braich-y-rhiw where, after crossing the stream, you turn sharp left to return to the station to start the second part of this route. If you have the stamina and help with transport, you could continue in a south-easterly direction to cross into Happy Valley. However, to continue this walk you then accompany the railway for an easy walk back to Pendre, passing an area of Open Access Land (Tir Cymen) at Hendy.
Aran Benllyn and Aran Fawddwy from Llanuwchllyn
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.
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.
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.