“The summit of Snowdon: you are here, nearer to Heaven”
The Welsh National Poet, Gwyn Thomas
A wonderful route climbing the highest mountain in Wales, taking in the infamous Crib Goch ridge, the fine narrow ridge above Pen-y-pass.
Why not let our fully qualified instructors take the pressure out of this classic Welsh mountaineering route letting you enjoy your day to the fullest.
“The best climber in the world is the one who's having the most fun”
Alex Lowe
From the Pen-y-Pass we will climb the start of the PYG track, turning off the over used path at Bwlch y Moch and climbing onto the Crib Goch ridge.
We will traverse the Crib Goch ridge from east to west and climb to the summit of Garnedd Ugain from where an easy path will take us around the crest of the ridge above Glasslyn to the summit of Snowdon and the modern summit cafe.
From the summit of Snowdon we will descend to the south east, descending above Llyn Llydaw to the twin summits of Y Lliwedd, following this fine ridge as it curves to the north and descends to the shores of Llyn Llydaw and the Miners Track back to the Pen-y-pass.
Weather conditions on Snowdon can vary drastically from day to day and Crib Goch is an exposed route, should a crossing of the ridge not be appropriate for the conditions on the day your instructor will adjust the route to suit.
Each participant will be required to bring suitable equipment for their chosen event, please see Kit List tab above.
Where to meet: Pen-Y-Pass
Postcode: LL55 4NY
Grid Reference: SH 647 557
Directions
From the A55 coast road follow signs for Llanberis the A4086 to YHA Pen-Y-Pass. From the A5 turn onto A4086 at Capel Curig. Turn right at Pen-y-Gwryd Hotel. There is a Pay and Display car park on the left hand side of the road at the top of the pass.
Please note that there is limited parking at Pen Y Pass, at busy times it fills up early, there is a Park and Ride system from the lower car parks, but please leave plenty of time for this.
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