The Top 19 Peaks around Porthmadog
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Porthmadog is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 19
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Porthmadog for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Porthmadog for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 5, 2025
Cnicht Summit
Highlight • Natural Monument
Nicknamed the Welsh Matterhorn, albeit 12,431 feet (3,789 m) lower than its Swiss counterpart, what Cnicht lacks in height it makes up in shapely attractiveness. It is a fantastically pointy, …
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Summit of Moel Hebog
Highlight • Natural Monument
Moel Hebog is Beddgelert’s peak; the mountain rises sheer and proud above the village like a protective guardian, tall and craggy from the east, rounded and green to the west. …
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Moelwyn Mawr summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
Moelwyn Mawr is a breathtaking peak that is surprisingly little-visited by most hikers. From the summit, you can see Cnicht’s ridge, Snowdon, Yr Aran, and Y Lliwedd. You can also observe 15 lakes nestled within the landscape.
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Craig Cwm Silyn summit
Highlight • Viewpoint
An interesting cairned summit on the way across the Nantlle Ridge. On a sky blue day you couldn't go wrong with the views.
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Moel-y-Gest Summit
Highlight • Natural Monument
Moel-y-Gest is a great little hill with super good views towards the Snowdonia range and down the length of the Llŷn Peninsula. It has a nice nice rocky top and a very imposing, well kept stone trig pointed summit.
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