Easiest path up Snowdon

Which is the easiest path up Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa)?

There are 6 main paths up Snowdon, and all of them are different, with various pros and cons, depending on your experience and what you want to get out of your walk.

That said, the Llanberis Path is generally considered to be the easiest, followed by the Snowdon Ranger Path (both are bridleways) as neither has any narrow or exposed sections, nor are hands needed at any point. They are both just long uphill walks with some steepish sections (this is, after all, a mountain!) though the path is good underfoot. (On the Snowdon Ranger path the path is more rocky and uneven  underfoot after halfway.)

Bikes and even horses can use the Llanberis Path

You can get all the information you need about the paths by clicking on the comparing the paths tab, and then looking at the individual paths in detail.

This website will give you information and answers to every aspect of planning a walk up Snowdon, from where to park, which path to take, toilets, the weather, what to wear and take, fitness, safety, and so much more.

Halfway Bridge on the Llanberis Path


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