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Walking Arenig Fawr from Arenig near Llyn Celyn ( Download : )
distance 5.41mi Vertical gain +1588ft Vertical drop -1598ft Durée 3h50 Average Average
Starting point Starting point in Llanycil - Gwynedd

A walk to the summit of Arenig Fawr is a rewarding excursion in southern Snowdonia. Starting from Arenig near Llyn Celyn, the route offers excellent walking. Passing Llyn Arenig Fawr the ascent is relatively easy. Descent is over unpathed ground and good navigational skills are recommended.

Walking Aran Benllyn and Aran Fawddwy from Llanuwchllyn ( Download : )
Aran Benllyn and Aran Fawddwy from Llanuwchllyn
distance 9.66mi Vertical gain +2552ft Vertical drop -2546ft Durée 6h40 Average Average
Starting point Starting point in Llanuwchllyn - Gwynedd

Aran Benllyn and Aran Fawddwy are both included in this southern Snowdonia walk from Llanuwchllyn. A linear route, the approach follows the ridge to one of the highest mountains in Wales. Route finding is generally easy but this walk is best saved for a fine day to enjoy the excellent views.

Walking A traverse of the Northern Rhinogs ( Download : )
distance 11.95mi Vertical gain +2034ft Vertical drop -2037ft Durée 7h15 Average Average
Starting point Starting point in Trawsfynydd - Gwynedd

A wonderful Snowdonia walk that explores the rocky and wild terrain of the northern Rhinogs. This area sees few walkers yet offers some spectacular country. Do choose a good day as navigation can be tricky.

Walking The Haybarn ( Download : )
distance 2.14mi Vertical gain +344ft Vertical drop -341ft Durée 1h15 Easy Easy
Starting point Starting point in Ffestiniog - Gwynedd

This is a great local walk from the front door of the Haybarn incorporating the local river, Afon Teigl, woodland, steepish climb back up to Llan Ffestiniog where you can take a rest at the local pub, Pengwern Arms, before heading back to the Haybarn following the main road.

Walking Rhinog Fawr and nearby tarns ( Download : )
distance 13.81mi Vertical gain +3107ft Vertical drop -3025ft Durée 9h05 Difficult Difficult
Starting point Starting point in Trawsfynydd - Gwynedd

Rhinog Fach is located in some of the roughest terrain in Snowdonia and in addition to including the summit of this rugged mountain this walk visits five of the small tarns scattered across the landscape nearby.

Walking Cae Clyd to Manor Mawr ( Download : )
Cae Clyd to Manor Mawr
distance 6.95mi Vertical gain +1598ft Vertical drop -1594ft Durée 4h35 Average Average
Starting point Starting point in Ffestiniog - Gwynedd

This walk will lead you at the top of Manod Mawr passing by the National’s Treasure Caves, which was used to store valuable paintings during WW2.

Walking Cadair Bronwen from Llandrillo ( Download : )
distance 9.92mi Vertical gain +2211ft Vertical drop -2215ft Durée 6h30 Difficult Difficult
Starting point Starting point in Llandrillo - Denbighshire

Cadair Bronwen is the highest point in the Berwyn Hills. This Denbighshire walk starts from Llandrillo in the Dee Valley and features a gentle ascent to the summit ridge. The route includes some excellent views and is typical of this part of Mid-Wales.

Walking Rhinog Fach and Y Llethr from Craigddu Isaf ( Download : )
distance 7.92mi Vertical gain +2411ft Vertical drop -2428ft Durée 5h45 Average Average
Starting point Starting point in Trawsfynydd - Gwynedd

This Snowdonia walk explores two contrasting mountains in the Rhinogs. Not so popular as other parts of the National Park this walk provides some wonderful scenery amidst unspoilt surroundings.

Walking The Precipice Walk near Dolgellau ( Download : )
The Precipice Walk near Dolgellau
distance 3.36mi Vertical gain +358ft Vertical drop -328ft Durée 1h50 Easy Easy
Starting point Starting point in Brithdir and Llanfachreth - Gwynedd

This short walk near Dolgellau (Gwynedd) is a wonderful route offering great views and excellent walking. An ideal route if you are short of time or if the weather only allows a shorter walk.

Walking Cnicht, Moel Druman and Allt-fawr from Croesor ( Download : )
distance 8.4mi Vertical gain +2359ft Vertical drop -2346ft Durée 5h55 Average Average
Starting point Starting point in Llanfrothen - Gwynedd

This Snowdonia walk explores four peaks in the Moelwyns. These summits are not the most popular in the area but offer excellent walking and an insight into the now defunct slate quarrying industry.

Walking Berwyn Tops from Tan Y Pystyll ( Download : )
distance 14.08mi Vertical gain +2986ft Vertical drop -2966ft Durée 9h05 Difficult Difficult
Starting point Starting point in Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant - Powys

This lengthy walk in the Berwyns provides the walker with the opportunity to visit the highets hill in the range together with many other peaks on the main and associated ridges. As an added bonus you can see the beautiful waterfall of Pistyll Rhaeadr and also enjoy some solitude as many of the peaks are not often walked.

Walking Crimpiau from Capel Curig ( Download : )
Crimpiau from Capel Curig
distance 3.77mi Vertical gain +915ft Vertical drop -925ft Durée 2h30 Average Average
Starting point Starting point in Capel Curig - Conwy

The minor Snowdonia summit of Crimpiau provides an excellent walk from Capel Curig. The route crosses quite mountainous terrain and the view down Llyn Crafnant is one of the great panoramas in the area. Do make sure you are suitably equipped for this walk.

Walking A circuit of Llyn Crafnant, near Trefriw ( Download : )
distance 3.23mi Vertical gain +194ft Vertical drop -194ft Durée 1h40 Easy Easy
Starting point Starting point in Trefriw - Conwy

This Snowdonia walk provides aeasy circuit of picturesque Llyn Tranant, a reservoir nestling in the Carneddau mountains. The route is easy to follow and provides some rugged scenery without to much effort. Ideal for a family walk and picnic.

Walking Snowdon and Y Lliwedd from Pen-y-pass ( Download : )
distance 6.93mi Vertical gain +2684ft Vertical drop -2677ft Durée 5h30 Difficult Difficult
Starting point Starting point in Llanberis - Gwynedd

This Snowdonia walk starts from Pen-y-Pass and uses the Pyg Track towards the summit of Snowdon. The route then crosses Y Lliwedd to pick up the Miner's Track for the return to the start. Good navigational skills are essential when leaving Snowdon and because of this, the walk is recommended for experienced walkers only.

Walking Tryfan by the North Ridge from Ogwen Valley ( Download : )
distance 2.13mi Vertical gain +1877ft Vertical drop -1877ft Durée 2h35 Difficult Difficult
Starting point Starting point in Capel Curig - Conwy

This challenging route to the summit of Tryfan is one the great walks and scrambles of Snowdonia. Starting from the Ogwen Valley, much of the ascent up Tryfan's north ridge involves the use of hands. In winter this route takes on a different character when ice and snow are present and should only be attempted by those experienced in winter mountaineering.

Walking A Glyderau trio: Glyder Fach, Glyder Fawr and Tryfan ( Download : )
distance 5.99mi Vertical gain +2749ft Vertical drop -2753ft Durée 5h10 Difficult Difficult
Starting point Starting point in Llandygai - Gwynedd

This walk takes in the three key summits in the Glyders - Glyder Fach, Glyder Fawr and Tryfan. It also includes the Y Gribin ridge with its excellent opportunuties for scrambling. Do choose a fine day as the views are spectacular throughout.

Walking A circuit of Llyn Idwal from Ogwen Cottage ( Download : )
distance 2.6mi Vertical gain +308ft Vertical drop -305ft Durée 1h30 Easy Easy
Starting point Starting point in Llandygai - Gwynedd

Llyn Idwal lies in a spectacular location under the Glyder Mountains in Snowdonia. This walk provides a mountain experience without too much effort walking through a rocky amphitheatre in the mountains.

Walking Melynllyn and Dulyn Reservoir from Llyn Eigiau parking ( Download : )
Melynllyn and Dulyn Reservoir from Llyn Eigiau parking
distance 5.61mi Vertical gain +938ft Vertical drop -945ft Durée 3h25 Average Average
Starting point Starting point in Caerhun - Conwy

This walk on the eastern side of the Carneddau mountains in Snowdonia offers a sense of solitude and excellent mountain scenery. The route is generally easy to follow although careful navigation is needed on the section from Dulyn Reservoir back to the start.

Walking Cregennen Lakes from Barmouth ( Download : )
Cregennen Lakes from Barmouth
distance 10.43mi Vertical gain +1158ft Vertical drop -1152ft Durée 5h50 Average Average
Starting point Starting point in Barmouth - Gwynedd

This Gwynedd walk is full of variety. The route includes a crossing of the Barmouth Bridge, a section of woodland with many waterfalls, two beautifully located lakes and some mountain vistas.

Walking Mawddach Bridge and Arthog from Barmouth ( Download : )
distance 5.35mi Vertical gain +75ft Vertical drop -75ft Durée 2h30 Easy Easy
Starting point Starting point in Barmouth - Gwynedd

A short Gwynedd walk ideal for an evening stroll. The route includes crossing the Barmouth Bridge and some excellent views across the Mawddach Estuary and surrounding mountains. The walk also includes a section of the Mawddach Trail.

Walking Llanfihangel-y-pennant, & Castell y Bere from Abergynolwyn ( Download : )
distance 6.39mi Vertical gain +623ft Vertical drop -636ft Durée 3h30 Average Average
Starting point Starting point in Llanfihangel-y-Pennant - Gwynedd

This Gwynedd walk is full of interest with a section across the hills, an historic chapel and a ruined castle. The final section is through a gorge. This is a surprisingly beautiful part of Snowdonia.

Walking The Castell y Bere Walk ( Download : )
distance 5.56mi Vertical gain +971ft Vertical drop -965ft Durée 3h25
Starting point Starting point in Llanfihangel-y-Pennant - Gwynedd

A fascinating route which circumnavigates Foel Cae’rberllan and passes through the village of Abergynolwyn. You then walk along a valley with the Afon Dysynni hemmed in at its base before veering off above Coed Cae’r-berllan and approaching Castell y Bere, prominent on a rocky outcrop to your left. After visiting castles, you then make your return along the cwm of Nant-yr-eira, initially through woods and then along an open trackway.

Walking The Dysynni Gorge Walk ( Download : )
distance 4.71mi Vertical gain +571ft Vertical drop -594ft Durée 2h40
Starting point Starting point in Llanfihangel-y-Pennant - Gwynedd

Leave Abergynolwyn Station and, after a short stretch of road, you are soon walking along a steep gorge defined by the Afon Dysynni, which squeezes through this narrow gap before reaching Dyffryn Dysynni, where it turns south-west and heads for the sea. A very quiet lane is then joined at Pont Ystumanner and this is followed for a short way to Llan llwyda, with the craggy hulk of Bird Rock directly ahead.

Walking Yr Elen, Carnedd Llewellyn & Carnedd Dafydd ( Download : )
distance 9.25mi Vertical gain +3199ft Vertical drop -3196ft Durée 7h00 Difficult Difficult
Starting point Starting point in Bethesda - Gwynedd

The Carneddau in Snowdonia provide for some tough walking and this route is no exception. Good navigational and map reading skills are required in the early stages of the route.