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Yr Aran Summit

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Yr Aran Summit

Recommended by 12 hikers

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

    14.6km

    05:28

    990m

    990m

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

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

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

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    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.

      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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        Elevation 720 m

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

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