Snowdon - Yr Wyddfa Experiences
Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) stands at a proud 1,085m (3,560ft) as the highest peak in Wales. Reach the summit via one of our Snowdon guided walks or getaways!
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Summit Snowdon Challenge - Miners' Track
Our most popular day time walk to the summit of Snowdon.
Distance: Approx. 9 miles (14km)
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Snowdon Sunrise Challenge
Walk through the night and summit in time for the sunrise.
Distance: Approx. 9 miles (14.5km -
Snowdon Crib Goch Guided Walk
Summit Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) via the famous Crib Goch route.
Distance: Approx. 8 miles (12.9km)
Name in English: Snowdon
Name in Welsh: Yr Wyddfa
Height: 1,085m (3,560ft)
Location: Snowdonia National Park
Season: March to October
Hike your way through history, mystery, and myth to the summit of the rugged, imposing, and beautiful Snowdon.
Reaching the summit of Snowdon - Yr Wydffa, the highest peak in Wales, is one of the most rewarding mountain challenges in the UK. Set amongst the magnificent peaks, lakes, and woodlands of Snowdonia National Park, the views from the summit and walk itself are truly breathtaking. Large Outdoors offer a range of experiences to conquer the challenge, whether you’re after a guided day walk or a weekend adventure.
All of our experiences are ‘open group’, meaning you’ll walk with a lovely group of fellow outdoors-lovers, led by friendly, qualified, and knowledgeable Large Outdoors guides - our recipe for a fun, inspiring, and safe climb to the top!
Scroll down to get an overview of the different day walk options and to view the calendar of Snowdon-related experiences to choose from.
Snowdon is just one of many amazing peaks in Snowdonia National Park, discover all of our Snowdonia Adventures.
Why walk with a guide?
Walking with a guide is an enjoyable, inspiring experience that helps you get the most out of your adventures.
Tackling a mountain isn’t something many of us do often, so we always recommend doing so with an experienced, qualified guide.
Why?
Well, our guides are expert navigators with in-depth knowledge of the routes. They understand the weather conditions and can decide the safest course of action should the weather change. Our guides are first-aid certified and know how to handle unexpected emergency situations.
Our guides will pace the walk, helping you travel at a comfortable pace while providing encouragement. And what’s more, the guides on your challenge will know lots about the area, sharing fascinating information and answering your questions.
So, which Snowdon - Yr Wyddfa walk should you choose?
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In terms of milage, the shortest route is followed during our Summit Snowdon Challenge - Rhyd Ddu Path.
Distance: approx. 7.3 miles (11.7km) to the summit and back.
Total Climb: approx. 895m (2,936ft). -
The route with the most gradual ascent is using the Llanberis Path, which Large Outdoors use for our Snowdon Sunrise Challenge.
Distance: approx. 9 miles (14.5km) to the summit and back.
Total Climb: approx. 990m (3,248ft).
If you’re not keen to walk in the dark, then the day walk with the least amount of ascent to tackle is our Summit Snowdon Challenge - Miners' Track. Compared to the Llanberis Path, there is less climbing overall, but the Miners’ Track navigates some steeper sections.
Distance: approx. 8.7 miles (14km) from Pen-y-Pass to summit and back to Llanberis.
Total Climb: approx. 804m (2,637ft). -
Large Outdoors offer a number of Summit Snowdon Challenge Weekends from April to October. These offer daytime ascents of Snowdon, generally using the Miners’ Track (but other routes are sometimes used depending on weather conditions).
If you fancy tackling Snowdon at night, then our Snowdon Sunrise Challenge Weekend offers the chance to experience the sunrise from the highest point in Wales!
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