The pass between the breathlessly rugged Rhinogs Fach and Fawr is notorious. Many who have explored this way have been taken aback by a rough hewn landscape of concealed boulders and heather that doesn't give up its secrets lightly.

From the bwlch are superb views across to Lake Trawsfynydd and the Arenigs. Both Rhinog Fach and Rhinog Fawr can be ascended from here.

Clive G

September 27, 2025

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This the deep narrow pass between Rhinog Fach and Rhinog Fawr. This photo shows where the path down from Rhinog Fawr meets the path that cuts through the pass, and also the steep path up Rhinog Fach. Also note how rough it is.

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1. Rhinog Fawr and Bwlch Drws Ardudwy loop

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450m

Hike the moderate 6.1-mile Rhinog Fawr and Bwlch Drws Ardudwy loop, gaining 1479 feet through rugged Welsh wilderness.

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2. Rhinog Fach loop — Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park

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

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3. Rhinog Fach to Y Lethr — Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park

17.9km

07:41

1,460m

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

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Elevation 370 m

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

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1. Rhinog Fawr and Bwlch Drws Ardudwy loop

2. Rhinog Fach loop — Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park

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