A scenic and challenging route over popular Snowdon.
Distance: 11.4 miles (18.3 km)
Ascent: 1222 metres
Route grade: 80 (equivalent to Severe)
Time to allow: From 7h 45m to 11h 45m
Starting point: YHA Snowdon Ranger 
Grid reference: SH 565 550
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End point: Circular, to YHA Snowdon Ranger
Region: Wales
Type of walk: Mountain
National Parks & National Landscapes: Snowdonia National Park
Trails and Ways: Cambrian Way
Wheelchair accessible: No 
Pushchair accessible: No 
Stile free: No 
Toilets: Yes 
Touch free: No 
Food and Drink: Cafe/s, Pub/s 
This route is included in: YHA Festival of Walking
YHA and walking have been perfect partners since 1930. YHA celebrates with a walking festival in autumn so everyone gets the chance to discover the joy of walking. This walk was produced as one of the 180 self guided walks which start and finish at hostels.
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OS Map: OS Explorer 1:25k (OL17) Snowdon / Yr Wyddfa
