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From Llyn Ogwen to Glyder Fawr

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From Llyn Ogwen to Glyder Fawr

Mac Jab planned a hike

November 12, 2022

From Llyn Ogwen to Glyder Fawr

Hard

03:44

10.6km

2.8km/h

900m

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2.80 km

Bwlch Tryfan (Tryfan Pass)

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Bwlch Tryfan is the pass between two of Wales' finest mountains: Tryfan and Glyder Fach. A number of trails meet here and the adventures it gives access to are wonderful. …

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3.38 km

Cantilever Stone

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Situated near the summit of Glyder Fach is the Cantilever Stone, a large rock which from the correct angle appears to be precariously balanced, making it a popular place for photographs.

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3.96 km

Castell y Gwynt

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Glyder Fach's Castell y Gwynt – the Castle of the Winds – is an astonishing jumble of angled rock that puts one in mind of the Iron Throne. With Snowdon …

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5.26 km

Glyder Fawr summit

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The summit of Glyder Fawr is magnificent. On a clear day you will see incredible views of Snowdon, Crib Goch and Garnedd Ugain. At 3,284 feet (1,001 m), it is the highest peak in the Glyderau range.

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6.18 km

Lake of the Dogs

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Take some time to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at this small mountain lake Llyn Y Cwn (Welsh for Lake of the Dogs). The peak of Y Garn rises to the …

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7.07 km

Devil's Kitchen (Twll Du)

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Two paths lead from opposite sides of the lake to the top of the ridge near Twll Du (Devil's Kitchen). These paths become quite steep in places and have disappeared …

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9.08 km