A fantastic alternative route to Snowdon, away from the crowds, with stunning views.
Distance: 9.3 miles (15 km)
Ascent: 933 metres
Route grade: 64 (equivalent to Challenging)
Time to allow: From 5h 45m to 8h 30m
Starting point: YHA Snowdon Ranger
Grid reference: SH565550
What3Words: ///calibrate.suits.decoder
End point: Circular, to YHA Snowdon Ranger
Region: Wales
Type of walk: Mountain
National Parks & National Landscapes: Snowdonia National Park
Trails and Ways: Snowdon Slate Trail
Wheelchair accessible: No
Pushchair accessible: No
Stile free: No
Toilets: No
Touch free: No
Food and Drink: None
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.
Click here for more information.
Get the route
OS Map: OS Explorer 1:25k (OL17) Snowdon / Yr Wyddfa