Walking and rambling in Eryri (Snowdonia)
Overview
If you're planning on staying at one of our Eryri (Snowdonia) hostels, why not download a free map and get out exploring?
All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area at your own pace.
From the front door of all our Eryri (Snowdonia) hostels you will be treated to unrivaled access to some of the UK's finest walking and hiking territory.
From YHA Snowdon Ranger
Cwellyn
A short and fully accessible lakeside route in a small self-contained wooded area opposite the hostel
Easy route (PDF, 0.3MB)
0.4 miles, takes 15m - 30m
Foel Goch and Moel Eilio
A fantastic alternative route to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), away from the crowds, with stunning views
Challenging route (PDF, 1.2MB)
9.3 miles, takes 5h 45m - 8h 30m
Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) and Clogwyn Du
A scenic and challenging route over popular Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
Severe route (PDF, 0.9MB)
11.4 miles, 7h 45m - 11h 45m
From YHA Snowdon Pen-Y-Pass
The Horns
A great short route with stunning viewsand away from the crowds in this popular location
Moderate route (PDF, 0.8MB)
2.3 miles, takes 1h 30m - 2h 15m
Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), Pyg and Miners’
A classic Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) route heading up on the Pyg Track and returning on the Miners’ Track
Challenging route (PDF, 1.2MB)
7.5 miles, takes 5h - 7h 30m
Glyder Fawr and Glyder Fach
This is a challenging route for experienced walkers through stunning mountain scenery
Severe route (PDF, 1,2MB)
6.5 miles, takes 4h 45m - 7h
From YHA Snowdon Llanberis
Located at the foot of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), you can walk the Llanberis path straight from the hostel. There's also easy access to other Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) routes, the Glyders and lots more spectacular high-level walks. For low level walks visit the Padarn Lake and Country Park, or explore the history of the slate industry on marked paths through the quarries.
From YHA Snowdon Bryn Gwynant
The Watkin Path up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) starts very close to the hostel. The hostel itself overlooks Llyn Gwynant - great for low level walking with Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) providing a stunning backdrop. YHA Snowdon Bryn Gwynant is in 42 acres of land, most of it woodland, so there are plenty of trails in the hostel grounds - perfect for families.
What makes it special
- Explore the local area at your own pace
- Tried and tested walking routes with detailed instructions
- Points of interest highlighted along the way
Useful guides
Want to understand more about our maps or develop your walking skills? Here are some useful guides we have created to help you to prepare for your chosen walk
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
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Walking and Rambling in Pen-y-Pass
If you're planning on staying at YHA Snowdon Pen-y-Pass, why not download a free map and get out exploring?All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explor
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Climbing in Snowdon Pen-y-Pass
Try the brilliant tracks directly across the road from the hostel. Crib Goch offers grade 1 scrambling opportunities, with lots of famous climbing crags available in the immediate area.
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Walking and rambling in Idwal
Walk around Llyn Idwal and discover stunning waterfalls, the famous Devils Kitchen and the magnificent Eryri (Snowdonia) hills - beautiful on any day of the year.
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Climbing in Snowdon Bryn Gwynant
There are many local crags within easy walking distance in the area, so you won’t have to walk far before you can start climbing.
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Cwm Idwal Nature reserve
Discover a landscape that was sculptured by ice thousands of years ago.
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Running in Idwal
Glyder Ridge Distance: 5.5 miles/8km Start/Finish: Ogwen car park, Llyn Ogwen, LL57 3LZ Terrain: Mountain track, trail Toughness: Challenging Ascent: 731 metres &
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Climbing in Idwal
The best climbing in the whole world, well, so the hostel manager says! You'll find all varieties of rock and levels.
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Watersports in Idwal
Llyn Ogwen is very popular with fishermen. You might even catch a Gwyniad, a sub-species of European white fish, trapped in the lake after the Ice Age 10,000 years ago.
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Snowdonia Mountain Railway
Travel on Britain’s only rack and pinion railway to Hafod Eryri, the stunning new visitor centre at the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).Visit the website
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Ropes and ladders
High level activities to get the heart racing! Enjoy the leaps, swings and zip line with spectacular views of Eryri (Snowdonia).
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Llanberis Lake Railway
Discover the timeless appeal of narrow-gauge steam trains. Enjoy views of Eryri (Snowdonia) as you travel along the shores of Llyn Padarn.
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Electric Mountain
Electric Mountain is home to the Dinorwig Power Station, set in the mountains of Eryri (Snowdonia) and dubbed "Britain's largest battery" this hydroelectric station houses 6 electric generators p
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Sygun Copper Mine
Tour the large colourful chambers, magnificent stalactite and stalagmites and copper ore veins with traces of gold and silver. Visit the website
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Climbing in Eryri (Snowdonia)
Surrounded by some of the best climbing in Britain, there's plenty of choice with single pitch and multi pitch routes, bouldering problems and a variety of rock types to suit all levels.
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Cycling in Eryri (Snowdonia)
The hostel is close to several Sustrans cycle network routes and other spectacular road routes, either through the hills or along the flatter coastal roads, all within breathtaking scenery.
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Mountain biking in Eryri (Snowdonia)
The hostel is a short drive from the Forestry Commission's Marin Trail with its challenging ascents and technical descents - best for experienced mountain bikers.
