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Llyn Crafnant and the Gwydr Forest from Capel Curig, Snowdonia

Summary

This is a walk across open country into Wales' own Lake District. The route follows mountain paths and forest tracks. Although most of the walk is on good all weather paths there are sections which are muddy even at the height of summer.
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.3 miles (15 km)
Walking time:
04h 31m
Type:
Circular

Start location

Centre of Capel Curig LL24 0EN grid ref SH720581

lat: 53.1052021

lon: -3.9124723

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