What are the 6 routes up Snowdon?

Choose from six different paths to conquer this 1,085 metre (3,560 feet) giant which are the Llanberis path, Pyg Track, Miners’ Track, Watkin Path, Rhyd-Ddu Path or the Snowdon Ranger Path.

What is the best route up Snowdon?

The Llanberis Path is the easiest of the Snowdon routes and also the busiest. If this is going to be your first mountain walk or you are coming with children then the Llanberis Path is the ideal route. The Pyg Track is the classic Snowdon route. Both the Pyg Track and Miners’ Track start at Pen-y-Pass.

What is the most dangerous route up Snowdon?

PyG Track
PyG Track. This is the most rugged and challenging of the six paths up Snowdon, which leads along the foothills of Crib Goch. The route up Crib Goch and along the ridge is extremely dangerous and should not be attempted by novice walkers.

How long does it take to walk up and down Snowdon?

They are all classed as ‘hard, strenuous walks’ and you should allow at least 6 – 8 hours to get there and back, even if you’re pretty fit. Plan ahead by downloading the Snowdon Walks app.

Can beginners climb Snowdon?

Can you climb Snowdon with a child? While there are plenty of easy walks in Snowdonia that may be a better starting point, walking up Snowdon with your children is one of the best family walks in North Wales. However, you need to be aware that there are no Snowdon routes for beginners or any easy walks up Snowdon.

Is there a shop at the top of Snowdon?

The Summit café sells a selection of hot and cold drinks and handheld snacks. From warming Welsh pasties to freshly baked cakes, Hafod Eryri is the highest re-fuelling station in England and Wales. Gifts, clothing and souvenirs unique to Snowdon and the railway can be purchased in the Summit gift shop.

Which is harder Scafell Pike or Snowdon?

Scafell Pike has the toughest section, it’s very steep at the beginning, but the section is over relatively quick. Snowdon will feel harder when completing the three peaks in 24 hours.

Do you have to be fit to walk up Snowdon?

Anyone who is reasonably fit with no health problems should be able to walk up and down Snowdon in under 8 hours. You shouldn’t need to ‘train’ specifically for the walk, but of course any extra uphill walking beforehand will help and the fitter you are then the more you’ll enjoy it!

Do you need to be fit to climb Snowdon?

How cold is it at the top of Mount Snowdon?

The mean temperature at the summit is only around 5 degrees, so if you plan to climb in a T-Shirt and shorts you will feel quite cold at the top. You are also more likely to experience rain – Snowdon gets about 3 metres of rain per year – and you may well find yourself climbing through thick cloud.

Do I need hiking boots for Snowdon?

What should I wear on my Feet for walking up Snowdon? On your feet, walking boots are the standard item of gear but some find these heavy in the summer and wear trail shoes. However, it is recommended that you wear walking boots that you’re comfortable with and that you’ve worn a few times already.

How to get to the top of Snowdonia?

But first… Snowdon (Yr Wydffa) is the highest mountain in Wales and is located in the Snowdonia National Park. There are six main walking paths to the 1,085m summit of Snowdon, which all start from different sides of the mountain. All the Snowdon routes are well maintained and easy to follow paths.

How many miles are there in Snowdonia National Park?

There are 89 hard trails in Snowdonia National Park ranging from 1.9 to 88.5 miles and from 9 to 3,494 feet above sea level. Start checking them out and you’ll be out on the trail in no time!

Which is the shortest walk up Snowdonia?

As someone who walks often in Snowdonia, we noticed no changes to the way we plan our walks when this legislation was … The Pyg track is both the shortest walking route up Snowdon, and the one that involves the least amount of ascent.

Which is the Best Rock Trail in Snowdonia?

There are also examples of ribbon lakes (Llyn Peris and Padarn in Llanberis), U shaped Valleys (Nant Francon in Ogwen), Knife Edge ridges (Crib Coch is a perfect example) and striated rock. To find out more about these processes you can get Rock Trails: Snowdonia from Paul Gannon and excellent book on this subject.