At some 630 metres, Y Garn is an outlier from the main Rhinogydd ridge, lying about 3 miles East of Diffwys. As such, it offers a very good view of the higher peaks of the range. From Ganllwyd the route ascends through deciduous woodland alongside the Afon Gamlan, with scenic its waterfalls. Emerging from the woodland we ascend more steeply through the ruins of the Cefn Coch gold mines. After passing through a gap in the wall the conditions underfoot become more rocky, with a final push up to the summit over grass and reeds. The descent is generally not steep, following a stone wall down the south ridge to join the very scenic New Precipice walk, with excellent views towards Cadair Idris and the Mawddach estuary. We finish by heading down through conifers, past Llyn Tanygraig reservoir and down a grassy hillside to Llanelltyd.

Wednesday 11 June 2025
Start time: 8:40 am E
stimated finish time: 3:00 pm
Difficulty: Strenuous Distance: 10.5km / 6.5mi Ascent: 600m / 1968ft Type: linear Group Grade B+ Initial 0907
T2 bus from Llanelltyd to Ganllwyd.

Please contact the leader if you would like to join this walk.
Starting point Grid reference: SH 71800 19301
Nearest postcode: LL40 2ST
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Start time: 8:40 am Llanelltyd car park near old bridge. (Free) Finishing point Grid reference: SH 71884 19250 Nearest postcode: LL40 2ST what3words: trending.star.landed Estimated finish time: 3:00 pm