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Walk Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) from Nant Gwynant

Snowdonia National Park

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Intermediates and above

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Walk the Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) Range from Nant Gwynant valley where you can summit Mount Snowdon along the Watkin Path. From this stunning valley on the South East side of Snowdon Massif it is a long steep and challenging hike to the summit, but the route is well worth the effort and you pass the Watkins waterfalls and pools on your way which offer a welcome opportunity for a refreshing dip. Given the challenging nature of this route, it is significantly less crowded than routes from Llanberis and the Pen y Pass if you're keen for a less 'touristy' experience. Clearly you do not have to do the whole route and going up as far as Gladstone Rock is is a fantastic walk. There are also some other gorgeous circular walks that can be done from here, taking in stunning Gwynant Lake and surrounding hills. The car park can still fill up quickly so consider the Sherpa'r bus service if you're going at peak time.

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Free entry

Free public access

Suitable for dogs

A very challanging route with dogs and keep under control around sheep

No refreshments on site.

Cafe on the summit when train operating

Toilets available

Toilets on site and at the summit when train is operating

Camping

Plenty of options close by

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For more info check out the Eryri National Park Website

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Rhyd Ddu lake and hillside loop Copy

Advanced only

Advanced only

12..5 kms

5.5 hrs

A challenging circuit taking in Watkins Path and Snowdon South Ridge

Cam Llan walk

All abilities

All abilities

6..5 kms

2.5 hrs

An enjoyable foray into the Snowdon hills up Watkins Path and along the river

Moel Druman and the Cnicht

Advanced only

Advanced only

16 kms

5.5 hrs

An scrambly circular and ridgeline walk with amazing views of Snowdon
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Nant Gwynant, Caernarfon LL55 4NW, UK

Paid parking

Limited paid parking by the A498 (45 min walk from the falls)

Easily accessible by public transport.

Well served by the Sherpa bus service