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A long hike along the southern shore of Wales’ largest natural lake, Llyn Tegid. This walk leads along the hills of Llyn Tegid’s southern shore, offering striking views of across the open countryside and, of course, Llyn Tegid itself.
- Llyn Tegid North
This walk leads along the northern hills above Llyn Tegid,...
- Llyn Tegid North
Discover our guide to walking Cader Idris (or Cadair Idris) in Eryri (Snowdonia). Explore the scenic Cadair Idris Pony Path and other routes on your next hike. Here’s our guide to walking up Cader Idris - how to get there, what to take and things to see and do.
Sep 24, 2024 · While most suitors fixate on Penygadair, Cadair Idris is a multi-topped massif deserving of more earnest exploration. Find out exactly how to traverse it with our hiking route guide.
This walk leads along the northern hills above Llyn Tegid, offering striking views of Arenig mountain, open countryside and, of course, Llyn Tegid itself. Llyn Tegid is one of the National Park’s most popular destinations.
- Cadair Idris Walk Via Minffordd Path
- Cadair Idris Walk
- Cadair Idris Walk – Clothes, Gear + Tips For The Hike
Planning your Cadair Idris route
Start by getting yourself the Ordnance Survey OS Explorer 23 mapwhich you’ll need to climb this Welsh mountain. And, of course, a compass too! Choose your route I decided on the Minffordd Path for my first hike, mainly because the starting point and car park were a shorter drive from my accommodation in mid-Wales at Hafren Forest Bunkhouse. But I’ve also walked up via the Pony Track, as well as a fun scramble up one of the gullies near Llyn Cau. (Note– I’ve hiked Cadair Idris in summer and wi...
Start of the hike
The Minffordd Path walk starts at Cadair Idris Car Park, off the A487, south Snowdonia/Eryri. The closest sat nav postcode is LL36 9AJbut once you turn off the A487, you’ll see the signs for the car park at the base of the Minfforrd Path. The Minffordd Path car park has a small toilet blockwith information about Cadair Idris (or Cader Idris) on the outside walls. There are enough spaces for maybe 30-50 cars, the car park can get busy at weekends so it’s worth getting there early.
Cadair Idris Car park to Llyn Cau
Hiking distance: 2 km Hiking time:1 hour From the car park, it’s a beautiful and flat start to the walk, down a track towards the tearoom (which was closed in March) then through a little gate. The flat path lasts about 5 minutes, then the climb starts on the Minfforrd Path and it’s a steep climb so be prepared to get warm. The stone steps take you up through a green wooded area, which is very beautiful, even though tough at the same time. After about 1 km, the path splits. The right path tak...
Llyn Cau along Craig Cau ridge
Hiking distance: 2 km Hiking time:1 hour Now you’ve enjoyed the pretty scenery from Llyn Cau, get ready for some more uphill on the Minfforrd Path. Although, on your way up there are a couple of great spots for photos so don’t rush and enjoy the views on Llyn Cau! Once at the top of this section, you follow the path all the way along Craig Cau Ridge. This section is particularly challenging, not only is it steep, but there are lots of loose rocks so be careful with your footing. The path is u...
Craig Cau to Cadair Idris summit
Hiking distance: 0.5 km Hiking time:30 minutes Depending on the weather, the wind can really pick up on this section of the walk. But if you think the other side will be any different then you’re likely to be wrong. As I climbed over the steps of the stile I was met with a huge gust of mountain wind. Feeling hungry I had planned to stop here for lunch but I quickly decided that was a bad idea. On a clear day, as you head down this section, you can look across the path up to Cadair Idris. Be s...
What to wear for hiking Cadair Idris?
My recommendations for what to wear when hiking mountains are always the same. Whether it’s Ben Nevis in the UK or Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, the key is layers. As you climb a mountain the weather changes the higher you go up, more wind and it’s definitely cooler at the top. Did you know it’s about 9 degrees difference between the top and bottom of Ben Nevis in Scotland? Bear in mind that walking up Cadair Idris via the Minfforrd Path, it’s steep, especially the first section so it’s best no...
Top tips for climbing Cadair Idris
1. Be prepared for how steep this walk is, especially the downhill sections too – hiking polesoffer extra support 2. Stop by the lake (Llyn Cau) for photos, it’s slightly off the Minffordd Path route 3. Pack extra warm layers and waterproofs(even if it’s not supposed to rain) 4. Take a map and compass on your walk, if the cloud comes in then you can’t rely on just looking for the path 5. If you’re hiking solo tell someone you are doing the hike (and to let them know you’re back safe) 6. Pack...
Sep 26, 2024 · Steeped in legend, the Cadair Idris massif is a landscape of dramatic crags, sinuous ridges and some of the best views in southern Snowdonia; with the rugged Rhinogydd to the north, the rolling Cambrian Mountains to the south, and the sparkling waters of Cardigan Bay to the west.
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Dec 3, 2017 · Recommended Cader Idris Maps: ORDNANCE SURVEY Explorer OL23 Cadair Idris & Llyn Tegid , ORDNANCE SURVEY Landranger 124 Porthmadog & Dolgellau, Snowdonia South (British Mountain Map) Here’s our run down of the best walking routes up Cader Idris.
