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Rhyd Ddu Path to Snowdon – Bwlch Main Ridge loop from Rhyd-ddu

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Rhyd Ddu Path to Snowdon – Bwlch Main Ridge loop from Rhyd-ddu

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Rhyd Ddu Path to Snowdon – Bwlch Main Ridge loop from Rhyd-ddu

06:19

16.7km

1,040m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 12, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 5.65 km for 1.04 km

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Start point

Bus stop

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2.07 km

Rhyd Ddu Path to Snowdon

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Nice way through the marshland. In places the water flows bersb following the rocky path. Good shoes make sense!

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4.54 km

Along Llechog ridge, and from the peak itself, you are treated to fantastic views north over Cwm Clogwyn and towards the Snowdon Ranger Path. Below you will see the lakes of Llyn Nadroedd, Llyn Coch and Llyn Glas. It is quite exposed here and can be challenging, so watch your step and take care.

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5.87 km

Bwlch Main Ridge

Highlight • Trail

The narrow ridge of the Bwlch Main (Narrow Pass) is the highlight of the route. Although the ridge is not difficult, it is still exposed with steep slopes on either side. One should be careful when crossing the ridge and stay on the path. In inclement weather, the Bwlch Main can be daunting, especially if you've never climbed an exposed ridge.

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6.16 km

Bwlch Main: Junction of Watkin Path and Rhyd Ddu Path

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here you are again offered beautiful views (in clear weather that is 😉).

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6.61 km

Y Lliwedd Viewpoint

Highlight • Summit

The Watkin Path meets the Snowdon Horseshoe route at this point - great views of the face of Lliwedd.

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7.14 km

View Along the Watkin Path, Snowdon

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Beautiful views everywhere (mountains, lakes, trails, nature, ...)

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9.86 km

Gladstone Rock

Highlight • Monument

The Watkin Path, named after its creator Edward Watkin (a friend of Gladstone’s), was the first designated footpath in Britain. At the time of its construction, there was no path to the actual summit of Snowdon, only a path just over a quarter of the way up to a quarry.

Over 2,000 people gathered here on the side of Snowdon in 1892 to witness Gladstone opening the Watkin Path. From on top of an impressive 12 foot (3.6 m) boulder, the Prime Minister delivered a speech on Justice for Wales, not to mention sung some ‘Cymric hymns’ himself.

A plaque fitted to the front of the boulder commemorates what was sure to have been a memorable occasion, announcing that indeed William Gladstone had stood upon the rock.

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12.9 km

Rhaeadr y Chwarel (Quarry Waterfall)

Highlight • Natural Monument

Enjoy and be careful, great photo opportunity

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16.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.8 km

2.51 km

1.25 km

1.07 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.54 km

3.18 km

1.82 km

1.38 km

552 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Rhyd Ddu Path to Snowdon – Bwlch Main Ridge loop from Rhyd-ddu

Rhyd Ddu Path to Snowdon

Llechog Summit

Bwlch Main Ridge

Bwlch Main: Junction of Watkin Path and Rhyd Ddu Path

Y Lliwedd Viewpoint

View Along the Watkin Path, Snowdon

Gladstone Rock

Rhaeadr y Chwarel (Quarry Waterfall)

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