Y Foel Goch and Gallt yr Ogof
2 Hewitts in Eryri (Snowdonia), climbed together from Tryfan Bach.
- Distance
- 7.7 km
- Ascent
- 560 m
- Time
- 2.5–3.5 h
- Grade
- Moderate
- Route
- Circular
- High point
- 807 m
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About this walk
Y Foel Goch and Gallt yr Ogof is a moderate 7.7 km circular walk with 560 m of ascent, taking 2.5 to 3.5 hours. It starts at Tryfan Bach, A5 (grid reference SH 671 605). It climbs 2 listed hills, the highest Y Foel Goch at 807 m.
Y Foel Goch and Gallt yr Ogof are Hewitts in Eryri (Snowdonia), close enough to climb together. The higher, Y Foel Goch, reaches 807 m (2,648 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 Tryfan Bach, 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 Tryfan Bach, follow the path and tracks towards Y Foel Goch.
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2
The summits
Climb Y Foel Goch, then continue to Gallt yr Ogof.
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3
Return
Descend and return to the start.
Summits
807 m
763 m
Questions about this walk
- How long does Y Foel Goch and Gallt yr Ogof take?
- Most walkers take 2.5–3.5 hours for the 7.7 km route, which has 560 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 Tryfan Bach, A5 (grid reference SH 671 605). 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 moderate. Paths and tracks for most of the way, then rough hill ground near the summit.
- Which hills does it climb?
- Y Foel Goch (807 m, Hewitt); Gallt yr Ogof (763 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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