Rhyd Ddu Path

The quietest of the six, climbing the western slopes from the village that gives it its name, along the ridge of Llechog. Route descriptions put it at 7.5 miles there and back with 890 metres of ascent, six to seven hours, and the last stretch to the summit is a rocky scramble that wants a head for heights. It pairs with the South Ridge for a circular day rather than a there-and-back.

Difficulty

Graded 3 out of 5. 7.5 miles there and back, 890 metres of ascent, 6 to 7 hours.

Starting Point

Rhyd Ddu Car Park (LL54 6TN)

Surface Type

Rocky scramble on the final approach to the summit.

Hazards & Notes

Exposure on the Llechog ridge; the finishing scramble needs a head for heights. Parking fills late in the day.

Category: Hiking & Trails

Tags: quietest, ridge, scramble, western-slopes

Coordinates: 53.0523528, -4.1341529

Part of The named paths to the summit of Yr Wyddfa

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