Foel-goch and Carnedd y Filiast
2 Hewitts in Eryri (Snowdonia), climbed together from Cwm Bochlwyd.
- Distance
- 13 km
- Ascent
- 800 m
- Time
- 4.5–6 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 831 m
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About this walk
Foel-goch and Carnedd y Filiast is a hard 13 km circular walk with 800 m of ascent, taking 4.5 to 6 hours. It starts at Cwm Bochlwyd, A5 (grid reference SH 651 603). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Foel-goch at 831 m.
Foel-goch and Carnedd y Filiast are Hewitts in Eryri (Snowdonia), close enough to climb together. The higher, Foel-goch, reaches 831 m (2,726 ft). Hewitts are the hills of England, Wales and Ireland over 2,000 ft (610 m) that rise at least 30 m above their surroundings.
From Cwm Bochlwyd, A5, tracks and paths lead most of the way, and the last climb is over rougher hill ground. It links the summits along the ridge between them, then returns to the start.
Route
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1
The approach
From Cwm Bochlwyd, follow the path and tracks towards Foel-goch.
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2
The summits
Climb Foel-goch, then continue to Carnedd y Filiast.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
831 m
821 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Foel-goch and Carnedd y Filiast take?
- Most walkers take 4.5–6 hours for the 13 km route, which has 800 m of ascent. That allows for short stops; give yourself longer in winter, in poor weather or with a group.
- Where does the walk start, and where can I park?
- It starts at Cwm Bochlwyd, A5 (grid reference SH 651 603). Park considerately off the road; don't block gates, passing places or farm tracks.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Not easily: there's no regular bus or train to the start, so you'll need a car, a lift or a long walk in.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded hard. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Foel-goch (831 m, Hewitt); Carnedd y Filiast (821 m, Hewitt).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze the lower slopes: keep dogs on a lead, especially during lambing (April and May).
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