Around Idris

A 22 miles long distance path which completes a circuit of Cadair Idris mountain and shows the impressive mountain off at every possible angle available. Maps, statistics and gpx route file for the walk are included.

Google Maps Open Source Maps

Statistics and Files

Start: Minffordd

Distance: 22 miles (35 km)

Grid Ref: SH732115

Climbing: 1,385 metres

Walk time: 8-11 hours

Days: 1

GPX Route File

Google Earth File

About Cadair Idris

Ordnance Survey Explorer Map (1:25,000)

OL18 Harlech, Porthmadog and Y Bala
OL23 Cadair Idris and Llyn Tegid

Summary: The Around Idris walk is a fabulous circuit of the magnificent mountain range of Cadair Idris. It is undertaken on good, well-marked footpaths. The route provides many scenic sections and from the start includes Cwm Rhwyddfor, Nant yr Allt-ioen, Rhydwen, Hafod-dywyll, Llynnau Cregennen, Ffordd dhu, Trawsfynydd, Tyn-y-ddol (Mary Jones Cottage), Afon Cadair, Tal-y-llyn Lake and Pentre Farm before returning to Minffordd.

Useful Links:
My Cadair Idris Walk
Long Distance Walkers Association

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