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Foel Penolau Summit

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Foel Penolau Summit

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A northern outpost of the rugged and spectacular Rhinogydd range, Foel Penolau’s fortress of uncompromising, square cut, Cambrian rock makes for a terrific adventure. If you’re after a bit of …

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

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    November 23, 2020

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    Foel Penolau is one of the rockiest peaks in Snowdonia and it requires some scrambling to get to the summit. When you arrive, though, expect fine views north towards the Snowdon massif, south to Rhinog Fawr, and the impressive Llyn Trawsfynydd reservoir to the northeast.

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    1. Northern Rhinog loop — Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park

    13.6km

    04:16

    510m

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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

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

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    Elevation 590 m

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