How long to walk up Moel Siabod?

1 This is the direct and easiest route up Moel Siabod and is around 10km in length and should take around 4 hours. It starts off from the centre of Capel Curig, either at the Joe Brown shop or the National Park Car Park.

Is Moel Siabod easy?

Moel Siabod is a superb Welsh mountain hike with excellent views across Snowdonia, and a wonderful climb to the summit. This walk is a definite must for lovers of the great outdoors. The trail starts out as a relatively easy few miles before reaching a short, sharp, final ascent to the summit.

Where to Park to walk Moel Siabod?

Parking is available on either side of the A5 at Pont Cyfyng (grid ref. SH 735571) although on busy days you may have to park elsewhere in the vicinity. Cross to the western side of the A5 road and head towards Capel Curig. On your left there is good view of the Cyfyng Falls which are spectacular after heavy rain.

How difficult is MOEL Hebog?

The most difficult part as far as route finding goes is trying to pick a route back through Beddgelert forest so that you finish where you started! There is a small amount of very easy scrambling near the top of Moel Hebog, and the slope down can be slippery when it is wet.

Which is the best ridge in Moel Siabod?

Moel Siabod and the Daear Ddu Ridge, in our opinion, is the best ridge for those who want to gain some experience and tackle their first grade 1 scramble. The Daear Ddu ridge is located on Moel Siabod’s eastern side; an easy 3km walk from the small village of Pont Cyfyng near Capel Curig.

How long is the walk up Moel Siabod?

1 This is the direct and easiest route up Moel Siabod and is around 10km in length and should take around 4 hours. It starts off from the centre of Capel Curig, either at the Joe Brown shop or the National Park Car Park.

Where is Daear Ddu Ridge in Moel Siabod?

The Daear Ddu ridge is located on Moel Siabod’s eastern side; an easy 3km walk from the small village of Pont Cyfyng near Capel Curig. The easy to follow path takes you through beautiful woodland and along the Afon Llugwy before joining a track to the remains of the Rhos Slate Quarry at the foot of Moel Siabod.

What does Moel Siabod in Snowdonia mean?

Moel Siabod is typically translated as ‘shapely hill’. The word ‘moel’ is used to refer to a bare (treeless) peak, and ‘siabod’ is thought to mean ‘shapely’, although an alternative translation suggests that it means ‘snow-covered’. Want to find more amazing walks in Snowdonia?