Beddgelert Mountain Walks – classic mountain routes starting in or close to Beddgelert, with longer distances, steeper climbs and more rugged terrain. Ideal for experienced walkers confident on mountain paths and prepared for changeable Snowdonia weather.
Moel Hebog Summit Walk, Beddgelert
Length: 8.74 km (5.43 miles)
Difficulty: Hard
Approx. duration: 3-5hrs
Circular mountain route up Moel Hebog, with wide views towards Yr Wyddfa and the Llŷn Peninsula, descending through Beddgelert Forest.
Y Garn & Drws y Coed Ridge Walk
Length: 8.16 km (5.07 miles)
Difficulty: Hard
Approx. duration: 3-5hrs
One of the best easy scrambles in Snowdonia — steep, exposed in places, and stunning. A alternative to the Nantlle Ridge without needing two cars.
Yr Aran Summit Walk from Beddgelert Forest
Length: 10.94 km (6.8 miles)
Difficulty: Hard
Approx. duration: 3-5hrs
Snowdon's quieter neighbour — Yr Aran sees a fraction of the footfall but the summit views of Yr Wyddfa are outstanding. A hidden mountain walk from Beddgelert Forest.
Mynydd Mawr Summit Walk, Rhyd Ddu
Length: 8.72 km (5.42 miles)
Difficulty: Hard
Approx. duration: 3-4hrs
Exceptional views of Snowdon and the Menai Strait from a summit almost nobody else visits. A quiet, rewarding there-and-back from Rhyd Ddu near Beddgelert.