This might be the second-highest mountain in Wales but many hikers won’t realise they’ve even summited it, so focused are they on reaching Snowdon’s magnificent peak. Hiking trails up Garnedd …

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

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Alex Foxfield

June 13, 2022

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Garnedd Ugain's battered trig pillar stands on Wales' second highest peak behind nearby Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). To the south west, an easy arcing path takes you to Yr Wyddfa's summit. To the east is the exciting Crib y Ddysgl ridge, which leads to the even more thrilling Crib Goch.

Exe Ventura

September 27, 2021

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If you have made it to here via the Crib Goch route then you will probably be happy to know that this battered trig marks the end of your scramble route to Snowdon. It is a little quieter here which makes it a good place to stop for a top up of food and water. Before carrying on. You are likely to need it if you wish to brave the queues to get your snaps of the summit.

Dan Hobson

November 6, 2018

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Garnedd Ugain is a mountain that forms part of the Snowdon Horseshoe. At 3,495 feet (1,065 m) it's the second highest peak in Wales and boasts magnificent views across Snowdonia.

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1. The Snowdon Horseshoe from Pen y Pass — Eryri / Snowdonia National Park

12.4km

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870m

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2. Y Wyddfa (Snowdon) via Cwm Glas — Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park

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06:11

1,000m

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3. Crib Goch Ridge – Llyn Glaslyn (Glaslyn Lake) loop from Nant Peris

14.4km

06:29

920m

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

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

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1. The Snowdon Horseshoe from Pen y Pass — Eryri / Snowdonia National Park

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