Amongst the rugged gems of the untamed Rhinogydd of Snowdonia, Rhinog Fach is perhaps the one that shines brightest. Hikes to Rhinog Fach take you to a fine rocky peak overlooking the rough, complex, llyn-studded terrain synonymous with the region. It boasts huge views to the Irish Sea, the Llyn Peninsula and back inland to the giants of Snowdon and Cadair Idris, north and south respectively.

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

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Trail Magazine

July 7, 2020

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North Wales’ Rhinog mountains are the antidote to Snowdonia’s tourist-crowded honeypots. Wild, rough, and occasionally challenging underfoot, the rewards for putting in the effort come in the form of rugged mountain-scape scenery, a deluge of flora and fauna wildlife, and summit views from both Rhinog Fach and Rhinog Fawr that seem to swallow up the whole of the Welsh west coast. And best of all, it’s entirely possible to get it all to yourself.

Clive G

September 27, 2025

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It is a steep climb to get here from either the north or south, but easier than Rhinog Fawr from the west. Great views, and the cliffs of the west side side are a playground for rockclimbers.

Samwise

April 2, 2019

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

23.1km

08:06

1,160m

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

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

24.8km

08:07

1,050m

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 760 m

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

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Rhinog Fach Summit

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

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

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