Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) is most popular for its challenging walks but it is also home to rare wildlife and farming communities.
Snowdonia's iconic summit
Standing at over 3,000 feet, Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) is the highest mountain in the National Park and undoubtedly Snowdonia’s most popular summit.
Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) is an iconic mountain known throughout the world, an inherent part of a rich and vibrant community and home to many Welsh mountain farms.
This is one of Wales’ national assets and attracts people from all over the world.



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Climbing yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
Information on preparing to hike to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).

Parking for Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
Information on suitable car parks for hiking up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).

Snowdon Walks App
The perfect app to guide you along the paths to the summit of Snowdon.

Snowdon Mountain Railway
Information on taking the train to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).

Mountain Biking on Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
Information about mountain biking on Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon).

Rare wildlife
Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) is home to internationally important wildlife species such as Lili'r Wyddfa (the Snowdon Lily) and Chwilen yr Wyddfa (Snowdon Beetle).
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