October 8, 2020 On your hike to Arenig Fawr you will find mountain solitude, a cute bothy, a stunning reservoir and 360-degree summit views. This part of Snowdonia isn't very well known, so chances are, you will only meet goats and sheep on your walk. Arenig Fawr: route description START/FINISH: The car park and layby off the A4212, at the western end of Llyn Celyn (GR: SH845403) | MAPS: OS Explorer OL18 (1:25k), OS Landranger 125 (1:50k), Harvey British Mountain Map Snowdonia South (1:40k) | DISTANCE: 16.5km / 10.3 miles | ASCENT: 682m / 2,238ft | DURATION: 5.5 hours 1.
Bothy, Llyn Arenig Fawr © Ian Medcalf Geograph Britain and Ireland
Arenig Fawr Bothy: Arenig Fawr Grid Ref: LR124: SH 850 379 Location: Wales Bothy probably originated as shelter for reservoir construction workmen. Sleeps 2 only, 3 max. Sheep graze locally, ensure door firmly closed on departure. Fuel. No local fuel - please respect the local environment. Bothy Features Dogs under strict control No fires outside Arenig Fawr is a central Snowdonia mountain offering spectacular views in every direction from its summit. This out-and-back route starts just across the road from Llyn Celyn and meanders around the shores of Llyn Arenig Fawr before tackling the mountain itself. A memorial at the top provides a slice of historical context to this particular peak. Arenig Fawr (English: "Great High Ground") is a mountain in Snowdonia, North Wales, close to Llyn Celyn reservoir, alongside the A4212 between Trawsfynydd and Bala . Location Arenig Fawr is the highest member of the Arenig range, with Arenig Fach (English: "Small High Ground" ), a smaller neighbouring mountain, lying to the north. October 25, 2020 Jessica Mather Bothy with space for 2 people. With a fire. Very cosy, very well accessible. September 4, 2021 In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers! Sign up or log in Discover the best hikes and paths to Arenig Fawr Bothy in Llanycil, Gwynedd. Explore it on the map and plan your own route to Arenig Fawr Bothy.
Mountain bothy beside Llyn Arenig Fawr in the Arenig mountains of Snowdonia, North Wales Stock
Arenig Fawr stands, with Moel Llyfnant, alone in the middle of the Snowdonia National Park. There are no sweeping ridges, only a lofty summit surrounded by moorland and distant views to the rest of Snowdonia. There are some great views of the cliffs of Simdde Ddu as you arrive at the lakeside and continue pass Arenig Fawr Bothy to cross the footbridge over river. Once past the lake, the path ascends and is generally easy to follow at first, but gets steeper as you first head up the shoulder and then continue to the summit of Arenig Fawr. Arenig Fawr Moderate • 4.6 (110) Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) Photos (272) Directions Print/PDF map Length 9.8 kmElevation gain 580 mRoute type Out-and-back Try this 9.8-km out-and-back trail near Bala, Gwynedd. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. Location Details Walks to Arenig Bothy Arenig Fawr and Moel Llyfnant Circular Walk Arenig Fawr stands, with Moel Llyfnant, alone in the middle of the Snowdonia National Park. There are no sweeping ridges, only a lofty summit surrounded by moorland and distant views. Arenig Fawr via Simdde Ddu Catwalk
Mountain bothy beside Llyn Arenig Fawr in the Arenig mountains of Snowdonia, North Wales Stock
Pudding-shaped Arenig Fach (689m) appears dull and boring from the south, overshadowed by its loftier brother Arenig Fawr (854m). But approach it from the north-east over wild, remote land and the mountain rewards you with craggy cliffs plunging into the hidden waters of Llyn Arenig Fach and a delightful ridge arrowing to the summit. 19th September 2023 Give me shelter: 8 of the best bothy walks in Britain Shelter, warmth and sometimes camaraderie in the most remote landscapes in the UK. Here are some of the UK's best bothy walks. The humble bothy provides shelter and camaraderie in the most remote landscapes in the UK.
The Arenigs are a less walked group of Snowdonian peaks, yet Arenig Fawr with its central positioning, enjoys huge panoramic views across most of Snowdonia. Here's a circular route that we walked early on a very frosty January morning. The GPS track reported 7.25 miles of distance with about 2000 ft of climb. Arenig Fawr (854 m.), the objective of this walk, provides an excellent short day in the mountains.Aided by its central location within the National Park, it offers spectacular views of nearly all the mountains in Snowdonia. To reach the start of this Snowdonia (Eryri) walk take A4212 northwest from Bala to just before where the B4391 heads.
Bothy at Llyn Arenig Fawr
Arenig Fawr Moderate • 4.6 (110) Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) Photos (276) Directions Print/PDF map Length 6.1 miElevation gain 1,902 ftRoute type Out & back Try this 6.1-mile out-and-back trail near Bala, Gwynedd. Generally considered a moderately challenging route. The walk up Arenig Fawr and Moel Llyfnant begins off a small road near the hamlet of Arenig. There are a handful of parking spaces here, and while it doesn't always fill up, you can also park at the old quarry or at the junction with the A4212. The trail begins opposite the road, starting steeply and soon levelling out.
