Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 7, 2024

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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.

1.01 km in total

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Start point

Parking

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2.54 km

Gladstone Rock

The Watkin Path was the first designated footpath in Britain, created by Edward Watkin to allow visitors to reach the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). In 1892, the prime minister …

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4.72 km

Allt Maenderyn – The South Ridge of Yr Wyddfa

Allt Maenderyn is commonly known as The South Ridge of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). It's an exhilarating route, well away from the busier Llanberis and Pen y Pass sides of the …

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7.31 km

Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) Summit

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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14.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.58 km

3.97 km

1.04 km

951 m

217 m

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Surfaces

5.36 km

3.01 km

2.87 km

1.60 km

1.03 km

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South Ridge and Watkin Path loop on Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) — Trail Running in Eryri (Snowdonia)

Gladstone Rock

Allt Maenderyn – The South Ridge of Yr Wyddfa

Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) Summit

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