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⛰️ Snowdon Horseshoe Guided WalkConquer Wales’ most thrilling ridge adventure with confidence.
From the knife-edge of Crib Goch to the summit of Yr Wyddfa and the rugged ridges of Y Lliwedd, the Snowdon Horseshoe is the ultimate mountain day. With expert guidance, careful pacing, and a focus on safety, we’ll help you experience this legendary challenge in the best way possible.
📊 Key Route Stats & Challenge Overview
£65pp
Distance: approx 12-13 km (7.5-8 miles)
Total Ascent: ~1,000-1,100 metres
Duration: ~6-8 hours, depending on pace, weather & group ability
Grade / Difficulty: Moderate-Hard, involves exposure and Grade 1 scrambles
Start / Finish Location: Pen-y-Pass, Eryri, North Wales
Private 1:1 bookings available
🧭 What You’ll Experience
Ascent begins up the Pyg Track → approach the dramatic ridge of Crib Goch. Scrambling over the “knife-edge” arête demands focus, head-for-heights, and careful footing.
Traverse Garnedd Ugain, then over the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) — soak up summit views that stretch across Snowdonia’s peaks.
From Snowdon, we follow the Watkins path onwards to Y Lliwedd ridge — rugged cliffs, classic exposures, and dramatic ridgelines.
Descent via Y Lliwedd to Llyn Llydaw, then follow Miner’s Track (or an agreed descent) back to Pen-y-Pass.
👣 Who This Walk Is For
This walk is for you if:
You are fit & used to long mountain days.
You’ve done scrambles / ridge exposure before, or at least are comfortable with hands-on terrain and heights.
You want a full mountain adventure — not just a walk to the top, but a ridge traverse.
Not ideal if you’re new to scrambling, scared of heights, or want a gentler hike. If that’s you, try our Intro to Scrambling or Sunrise Snowdon walks first.
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