Moel Hebog, Moel yr Ogof and Moel Lefn
3 Hewitts in Eryri (Snowdonia), climbed together from Beddgelert.
- Distance
- 11.4 km
- Ascent
- 790 m
- Time
- 4–5.5 h
- Grade
- Hard
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 784 m
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About this walk
Moel Hebog, Moel yr Ogof and Moel Lefn is a hard 11.4 km circular walk with 790 m of ascent, taking 4 to 5.5 hours. It starts at Beddgelert, Lôn Gwyrfai (grid reference SH 573 501). It climbs 3 listed hills, the highest Moel Hebog at 784 m.
Moel Hebog, Moel yr Ogof and Moel Lefn are Hewitts in Eryri (Snowdonia), close enough to climb together. The highest, Moel Hebog, reaches 784 m (2,571 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 Beddgelert, Lôn Gwyrfai, 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 Beddgelert, follow the path and tracks towards Moel Hebog.
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2
The summits
Climb Moel Hebog, then continue to Moel yr Ogof and Moel Lefn.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
Questions about this walk
- How long does Moel Hebog, Moel yr Ogof and Moel Lefn take?
- Most walkers take 4–5.5 hours for the 11.4 km route, which has 790 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 Beddgelert, Lôn Gwyrfai (grid reference SH 573 501). 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?
- Moel Hebog (784 m, Hewitt); Moel yr Ogof (654 m, Hewitt); Moel Lefn (639 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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