Carnedd Dafydd – View of Tryfan loop from Cwm Idwal National Nature Reserve

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Carnedd Dafydd – View of Tryfan loop from Cwm Idwal National Nature Reserve

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Carnedd Dafydd – View of Tryfan loop from Cwm Idwal National Nature Reserve

05:25

11.2km

970m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

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Includes segments that may be dangerous

Parts of this route comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience is required.

After 187 m for 1.42 km

After 9.00 km for 776 m

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3.56 km

Carnedd Dafydd

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After a steep push to the summit, your effort is rewarded with spectacular views over to the Glyderau, Tryfan, Carnedd Llewellyn and Anglesey to the north. At 3,425 feet (1,044 …

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4.49 km

Carnedd Fach Summit Cairn

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A rocky "peak" with a cairn on the summit, on the way from Pen Yr Ole Wen to Carnedd Dafydd

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5.12 km

Pen yr Ole Wen

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There are two options to tackle Pen yr Ole Wen from the A5. The direct route from the Youth Hostel is the most challenging; a steep, technical and scree-filled ascent …

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5.68 km

View of the Ogwen Valley and Ffynnon Lloer

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Quite a strenuous Hike but your rewarded with magnificent views

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7.50 km

View of Tryfan

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Tryfan is an iconic mountain in the Ogwen Valley. It forms part of the Glyderau group and is one of the most famous and recognisable peaks in Britain, having a …

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8.50 km

Llyn Ogwen (Ogwen Lake)

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Transparent clear shallow lake on 300m

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10.5 km

View of Tryfan

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Here you have a great view of Tryfan, a mountain in the Ogwen Valley in Snowdonia. It is part of the Glyderau Group and is one of the most recognisable …

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