Longer, and with more ascent than the classic routes to the top, this adventurous run up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) traverses the rollercoaster ridgeline between Moel Eilio and Foel Goch before …

Last updated: June 7, 2024

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4.04 km

Llechog Ridge on the Rhyd-Ddu Path

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Llechog is the ridgeline above Cwm Clogwyn where the Rhyd-Ddu path first gets some exposure. The northern edge of the ridge is very steep but the southern edge has a …

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6.42 km

Bwlch Glas Finger Stone

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The finger stone at Bwlch Glas marks the point at which the Pyg and Miners' Tracks reach the summit ridge and join the Crib Goch, Ranger and Llanberis Paths. Particularly helpful in poor visibility.

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7.00 km

Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) Summit

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The highest point in Wales – and higher than any peak in England – Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) stands at 3,560 feet (1,085 m). It can get very crowded at popular …

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8.79 km

Steep Section of the Snowdon Ranger Path

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The Snowdon Ranger Path climbs Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) from the Snowdon Ranger Youth Hostel in the west. It's about 4 miles (6.5km) each way with 3,071 feet (936m) of ascent. …

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15.4 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.73 km

4.59 km

2.90 km

1.54 km

1.02 km

509 m

146 m

Surfaces

9.59 km

2.96 km

2.04 km

770 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (1,040 m)

Lowest point (180 m)

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Steep Section of the Snowdon Ranger Path

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