Moel Siabod from Capel Curig
A shapely, isolated peak with one of the best all-round views in Eryri.
- Distance
- 7.5 km
- Ascent
- 720 m
- Time
- 3–4 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Out and back
- High point
- 872 m
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About this walk
Moel Siabod from Capel Curig is a moderate 7.5 km out-and-back walk with 720 m of ascent, taking 3 to 4 hours. It starts at Capel Curig (grid reference SH 722 579). It climbs Moel Siabod (872 m), a Hewitt. The start can be reached by public transport.
Moel Siabod stands apart from the main ranges, so its summit looks out over all of them: Yr Wyddfa, the Glyderau and the Carneddau. The route climbs from Capel Curig through woods and over open moorland to the summit ridge.
The ridge is rocky but easy, and the trig point sits at its highest point.
Route
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1
Through the woods
Cross the river and climb through the woods onto the moor.
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The summit
Follow the ridge to the trig point. Return the same way.
Summit
872 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Moel Siabod from Capel Curig take?
- Most walkers take 3–4 hours for the 7.5 km route, which has 720 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 Capel Curig (grid reference SH 722 579). Car parks in Capel Curig and near Plas y Brenin.
- Can I get there by public transport?
- Sherpa'r Wyddfa buses link the valleys around Yr Wyddfa, Ogwen and Capel Curig. Check times on Traveline Cymru.
- How hard is it?
- It's graded moderate. Woodland paths, boggy moor, then a rocky summit ridge.
- Which hill does it climb?
- Moel Siabod (872 m, Hewitt).
- Can I take my dog?
- Yes, dogs are welcome on this walk. Before you go: Sheep graze the hills: keep dogs on a lead, especially at lambing time (March to May).
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