An adventure to Moel Eilio’s superb summit via its gentle slopes is thoroughly recommended during any stay in Llanberis. While Snowdon is the most obvious objective in the region, Moel Eilio and its family of rounded, grassy peaks, make for wonderful adventures in their own right. From Llanberis, ascending Moel Eilio is energetic without being strenuous, easily fitting into an afternoon and rewarding you with sumptuous views.

A beautiful peak on the western edge of the Snowdon massif

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

Save

Location: Betws Garmon, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

Save

See hikes here

Take Me There

Routes here

Best Hikes to Moel Eilio Summit

4.9

(14)

120

hikers

1. Moel Eilio & Snowdon loop from Llanberis — Snowdonia National Park

21.3km

08:10

1,360m

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

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Hard

4.9

(15)

107

hikers

2. Moel Eilio from Llanberis loop — Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri | Snowdonia National Park

13.1km

04:24

650m

660m

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

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

4.8

(44)

481

hikers

3. Moel Eilio Summit – Foel Gron loop from Llanberis

13.9km

04:40

680m

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

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

Tips

Alex Foxfield

October 17, 2022

The grassy summit of Moel Eilio enjoys a glorious position on the western edge of mountainous Snowdonia. You can gaze northwest and enjoy the views of Anglesey and the Irish Sea, before turning to the southeast and appreciating Snowdon’s grand architecture. Moel Eilio is easily ascended from Llanberis, while the onward walk to Foel Goch is splendid.

John VH

September 21, 2022

An OK climb and a great view from the top far into the distance.

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Details

Informations

Elevation 730 m

Good to know

Family Friendly

yes

Wheelchair access

Dog Friendly

yes

Weather

Today

Saturday 17 January

7°C

2°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 16.0 km/h

Most visited during

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

See hikes here

Take Me There

Location: Betws Garmon, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Foel Gron

Rhyd Ddu Path to Snowdon

Llanberis Path

Telegraph Valley (Maesgwm)

Snowdon Summit (Yr Wyddfa)

Trum Y Ddysgl

Elidir Fach Summit Cairn

Miners' Track, Snowdonia National Park

Garnedd Ugain Summit

Llyn Glaslyn

View of Llyn Padarn from the Old Quarry Hospital

View of Llyn Padarn and Llanberis

Moel Eilio Summit

1. Moel Eilio & Snowdon loop from Llanberis — Snowdonia National Park

2. Moel Eilio from Llanberis loop — Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri | Snowdonia National Park

3. Moel Eilio Summit – Foel Gron loop from Llanberis

Other Popular Places to Check Out

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️