Snowdon

Snowdon is the highest mountain in Wales and England. It stands tall over the village of Llanberis, and can offer views of Snowdonia, Anglesey, Pembrokeshire and Ireland.

There are six different paths which will take you to the summit of this 1,085 metre mountain.

These are:

Llanberis Path
Pyg Track
Miners' Track
Watkin Path
Rhyd-Ddu Path
Snowdon Ranger Path

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Route Information

Llanberis Path

Llanberis Path is the easiest and longest of the six main paths to the summit of Snowdon.

Distance: 9 miles (there and back)

Total Climb: 975m (3,199 ft)

Difficulty type: Hard/Strenuous

Time: Approx 7 hours (there and back)

Pyg Track

It is believed that the path was named after Pen y Gwryd Hostel by climbers who stayed there. Another possible origin is that the path was named after Bwlch y Moch (the pass of pigs) since the path crosses it, as it is sometimes spelled as Pig in English.

Distance: 7 miles (there and back)

Total Climb: 723m (2,372 ft)

Difficulty type: Hard/Strenuous

Time: Approx 6 hours (there and back)

Miners' Track

The Miners Path was built to carry copper from the Britannia Copper Works near Llyn Glaslyn to Pen-y-Pass, where it was then transported to Caernarfon. The mining came to an end in 1916, remains from the work can still be seen on the path to this day.

Distance: 8 miles (there and back)

Total Climb: 723m (2,372 ft)

Difficulty type: Hard/Strenuous

Time: Approx 6 hours (there and back)

Watkins Path

This path was named after Sir Edward Watkin, Liberal Member of Parliament and a railway entrepreneur.

The Watkin Path is a particularly challenging route to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Walkers considering their first hike up Yr Wyddfa might benefit from trying alternative paths.

Distance: 8 miles (there and back)

Total Climb: 1,015m (3,330 ft)

Difficulty type: Hard/Strenuous

Time: Approx 6 hours (there and back)

Rhyd Ddu Path

This path used to be known as the Beddgelert Path since it was from this village that walkers started their journey to the summit.

Distance: 8.5 miles (there and back)

Total Climb: 895m (2,936 ft)

Difficulty type: Hard/Strenuous
Time: Approx 6 hours (there and back)

Ranger Path

The path begins near the ‘Snowdon Ranger’ youth hostel, near Llyn Cwellyn. John Morton the self proclaimed 'Snowdon Ranger' used the path to guide Victorian tourists to the summit. He also opened a tavern where the youth hostel site stands today, and called it the ‘Snowdon Ranger Inn’.

Distance: 8 miles (there and back)

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If you are unsure which of the routes is most suitable for you, please contact me to go through the different options.

It is essential that suitable footwear is worn, and you prepare for all types of weather as the weather can very quickly change on the mountain.

You must bring with you all items on the kit list below. Should you fail to bring the correct equipment, I reserve the right to cancel the walk for your own safety without providing a refund.

Essential Kit List

All items must be brought with you on the day, otherwise I reserve the right to cancel the walk without refund for your own safety.

Snowdon

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Rhyd Ddu Path

Please read the following information before booking

Essential Kit List

Rucksack

Suitable hiking footwear with a good grip. No trainers.

Waterproof Clothing

Gloves and Hat

A Minimum of 2 litres of drink and plenty of snacks

Spare warm clothes

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Rhyd Ddu Path

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Please read the following information before booking

Essential Kit List

Rucksack

Suitable hiking footwear with a good grip. No trainers.

Waterproof Clothing

Gloves and Hat

A Minimum of 2 litres of drink and plenty of snacks

Spare warm clothes

Gallery