Hiking to Snowdon’s summit is deservedly popular; this may well be one of the busiest mountains in the world. Wales’ highest is a majestic peak and grand massif. Its pyramidal apex, a great meeting point of tremendous ridges, is a sensational viewpoint. Yes, a train goes up it and, yes, there’s a café at the top; but Snowdon is so huge you can always find a wild adventure here, whilst the train enables access to the summit for all.

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

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1. Pyg Track & Miners Track loop to Yr Wyddfa / Snowdon from Pen y Pass — Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park

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2. Snowdon loop on the Watkin Path from Nant Gwynant — Snowdonia National Park

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3. Snowdon via the Watkins path

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Alex Foxfield

January 6, 2021

Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) is perhaps the most ascended mountain in the world, and with good reason. This is a majestic mountain, as is befitting of Wales' highest point.

Its glory lies in the myriad routes to the summit. There's everything from the gentle inclines of the Llanberis path to the knife-edged arête of Crib Goch. The south side of the mountain is generally quieter, with the South Ridge in particular a fine route up. The Miners' and Pyg Tracks are straightforward, classic approaches that enter the incredible natural amphitheatre that holds Llyn Llydaw and Glaslyn.

To get the summit to yourself, rise early and avoid peak season.

Craig Taylor

August 3, 2017

The views from Snowdon's summit can be spectacular on a clear day—you just shouldn't expect to be rewarded with them on your trip. As typical in this part of the UK, the weather can turn at a moment's notice, so pack a raincoat regardless of the weather forecast, and be prepared to get your kicks from the climb—not the view.

The summit is home to a fantastic summit station, complete with tea, coffee, beer and cider, and tons of merchandise if you're into that sort of thing. You can also get tickets for the train that'll take you back down the mountain, just prepare to part with £20 for the privilege. If you do take the train, it'll drop you out in the village of Llanberis, from where the Snowdon Shuttle will take you back to your car if you came up one of the other paths. Spot for a quick coffee or a beer on the summit. You can also buy train tickets here, just be warned: they're not cheap. A single adult ticket back down the mountain costs £22.

The top of the world! If you're in Wales, anyway. The view from the top is cracking when the weather's good, but we didn't have such luck on our trip. To snap a photo of the summit cairn, you may have to stand in line.

Great spot on a clear day. All those that are not able to climb can take the train and meet you at the cafe. Check the weather forecast before you climb if you want a view. The weather can change very quickly up there.

Tom

April 26, 2018

On a few websites this is meant to be one of the best views in the UK on a clear day of course, and I have to agree on the day I last went it deserved that recognition. There's a cafe which some people love and some loathe on the peak, it's open during the summer months only. Pay particular attention at the trig point as there's not much space, so do be patient when others are up there taking there selfies.

I prefer to walk up and down, but in truth I don't think it matters how you get up to the top, just get there to take in the view.

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