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Walk 3051 - Yr Elen from Gerlan, Bethesda

Nat Park   Snowdonia
County/Area   Gwynedd
AuthorLou Johnson
Length6.5 miles / 10.6 km
Ascent2820 feet / 855 metres
Gradehard

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A tough route into the Carneddau that requires some perseverance in the early stages. The start is the village of Gerlan near Bethesda and the walk heads into unpathed territory quite soon. The ascent of Yr Elen is quite steep and requires good visibility. The return takes you over Foel Ganol which sees very few walkers.


 

Suggested Maps

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OS ExplorerSheet OL17
OS LandrangerSheet 115

Note : If two maps are listed at the same scale then either (a) both are required for full coverage of the route or (b) the route is covered on both maps.

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Walk 3052
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Note : The distances quoted to other walks in the vicinity are measured in a straight line. The distance by road may be further.
 


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