Anyone who has journeyed to the quieter southern side of the magnificent Snowdon massif will have been stopped in their tracks by a shapely, pointed peak that cries out for …

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Location: Beddgelert, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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1. Snowdon & Yr Aran loop on the Rhyd-Ddu path — Snowdonia National Park

14.6km

05:28

990m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Bwlch Main Ridge – Gladstone Rock loop from Beddgelert

16.6km

06:52

1,150m

Expert hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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3. Cwm Llan Slate Quarry Ruins – Yr Aran Summit loop from Beddgelert

12.0km

03:56

540m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Trail Magazine

December 13, 2019

This is the peak Snowdon keeps at arm’s length. Yr Aran benefits as a result, its isolated position giving the pointed satellite an impactful presence beyond its parent’s popular South Ridge. Not wishing to expend additional effort, the unknowing masses invariably pass it by, missing out on the spectacular and entirely unique view of Snowdon from its summit.

David Howells

April 2, 2021

Had an excellent little outing on Yr Aran to finish my list of all the Welsh Nuttalls and Marilyns. A super walk in from Rhyd Ddu and a steep pull up Aran's nose to finish off. A hidden little gem on Snowdon's southern flank. Unfortunately it was a cloudy summit moment but a great little morning out.

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Location: Beddgelert, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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1. Snowdon & Yr Aran loop on the Rhyd-Ddu path — Snowdonia National Park

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