Foel Fras Aber Falls Route
Snowdonia
Snowdonia National Park
Aber Falls - Afon Rhaiad Fawr - Llwytmor - Foel Fras - Drum - Carnedd Y Ddelw - Drosgl - Foel Ganol - Aber Falls
Hiking Difficult
- Distance
- 19 km
- Ascent
- 1.2 km
- Descent
- 1.2 km
- Duration
- 5-6 hrs
- Low Point
- 75 m
- High Point
- 942 m
- Gradient
- 18˚
This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's not remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done all year round. From a low point of 75 m to the maximum altitude of 942 m, the route covers 19 km, 1156 vertical metres of ascent and 1157 vertical metres of descent.
Description
Aber Falls - Afon Rhaiad Fawr - Llwytmor - Foel Fras - Drum - Carnedd Y Ddelw - Drosgl - Foel Ganol - Aber Falls
Difficulty
Difficult
Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.
Best time to visit
Features
- Wildlife
- Picturesque
- Summit Hike
- Wild flowers
- Water features
- Forestry or heavy vegetation