Snowdon Ranger Path

One of the oldest, most peaceful routes

Route Overview

Named after John Morton, the 'Snowdon Ranger' who guided Victorian walkers up the mountain, this path starts at the shores of Llyn Cwellyn. It climbs gradually through sheep pastures before winding up a steep, zig-zag path over the grassy headlands of Clogwyn Du'r Arddu. It offers a tranquil and scenic alternative to the Llanberis path.

Travel & Getting There from London Victoria

By Train: Train from London Euston to Bangor, then Sherpa Bus S3 to Llyn Cwellyn / Snowdon Ranger YHA. (Station: Bangor Station, then Sherpa Bus S3, duration: 4h from London Euston).

By Bus: Coach from London Victoria to Caernarfon, take Sherpa S3 bus to the lakeside Snowdon Ranger stop. (7h 00m - 8h 00m from London Victoria)

By Car & Parking: Nearest car park is Llyn Cwellyn Car Park, Snowdon Ranger (LL54 7YS). Drive time from London Victoria is approx 4h 50m - 5h 35m from London Victoria (246 miles via M40, M6, A5 & A4085 along Llyn Cwellyn). From London Victoria, take M40, M6, A5, and follow A4085 along the shores of Llyn Cwellyn to the Snowdon Ranger car park.

Trailside Cafes & Historic Country Pubs

Refreshment and dining stops located along or near the Snowdon Ranger Path trail:

• ☕ Snowdon Ranger Tavern: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.
• ☕ Cwellyn Lake Cafe: Traditional pub and refreshment stop for walkers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I travel to Snowdon Ranger Path from London?

Train from London Euston to Bangor, then Sherpa Bus S3 to Llyn Cwellyn / Snowdon Ranger YHA. (Station: Bangor Station, then Sherpa Bus S3, duration: 4h from London Euston).

Where is the closest car park for Snowdon Ranger Path?

Nearest car park is Llyn Cwellyn Car Park, Snowdon Ranger (LL54 7YS). Drive time from London Victoria is approx 4h 50m - 5h 35m from London Victoria (246 miles via M40, M6, A5 & A4085 along Llyn Cwellyn). From London Victoria, take M40, M6, A5, and follow A4085 along the shores of Llyn Cwellyn to the Snowdon Ranger car park.

How long is the hike and what is the terrain difficulty?

Snowdon Ranger Path covers 13 km (8 miles) with an estimated duration of 5 hours, graded as Challenging. Starts at Llyn Cwellyn and finishes at Llyn Cwellyn.