Mynydd Graig Goch by munki-boy
Mynydd Graig Goch
Mynydd Graig Goch is in Snowdonia National Park in Wales.
Mynydd Graig Goch is a mountain located at the western end of the Nantlle Ridge in Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. Its name means “mountain of the red rock” in Welsh. In 2008, it was confirmed by precise GPS measurements to be just over 2,000 feet high (609.75 metres), making it the westernmost 2,000-footer in the national park.
It forms part of a dramatic upland ridge and is a subsidiary summit of Craig Cwm Silyn. The mountain features a rocky summit with tors and steep drops, especially on its north-eastern side overlooking Cwm Dulyn—a glacial valley that holds Llyn Cwm Dulyn, a lake known for its arctic char.
Despite its modest height, Mynydd Graig Goch offers excellent views. On clear days, you can see across Caernarfon Bay, the Llŷn Peninsula, and even to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) in the distance. It is much quieter than the more popular peaks in Eryri and is often walked as part of a route along the Nantlle Ridge. The terrain includes rough moorland, rocky outcrops, and occasional cairns or stone waymarkers.
Most walks begin from the village of Nebo or near Llyn Cwm Dulyn. Expect about 8 km distance with 600 metres of ascent. It’s a satisfying route for experienced walkers looking for a less-trodden path with big scenery and a sense of remoteness. Facilities nearby are limited, but Penygroes village has basic amenities.
Created: 12 June 2025 Edited: 12 June 2025
Mynydd Graig Goch Details
Mynydd Graig Goch is a 609.75 metre high hill in Gwynedd.
Mynydd Graig Goch
Mynydd Graig Goch LiDAR Map
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Local History around Mynydd Graig Goch
There are some historic monuments around including:
Hut Group near Pen Llwyn, Carmel Blaen y Cae Slate Quarry Gilfach Copper Mine Dorothea Quarry Beam EngineHut Settlement at Mynydd Graig Goch, CentralCraig Cwm Silyn round cairn Cloddfa'r Lon Slate Quarry Caer EnganDorothea Quarry, Pyramids, Inclines, Mill & Winding Houses, etcPenbryn Mawr standing stone Glynllifon standing stone Hut Circle East of Taleifion Enclosed Hut Group North-East of Llystyn Uchaf Gesail Gyfarch Inscribed Stone Garnedd-goch round cairn Enclosed Hut Circle Settlement West of Votglas Early Habitation Site 180m West of Pen-Yr-Allt Ty Coch Prehistoric Settlement Ystum-Cegid Burial ChamberSmall Fort Near Nantlle Castell CaerauHut Circle Settlement Above Gilfach Craig Cwmbychan cairn Caerau Ancient VillageHut Settlement at Mynydd Graig Goch, SouthLlystyn Gwyn Inscribed Stone Hut Settlement at Mynydd Graig Goch, NorthCraig-y-Tyddyn CampDolbenmaen Castle MoundPen-yr-Orsedd Quarry, Blondins and Associated Structures Graianog Standing Stone & Round CairnsTy Mawr East Slate Quarry Winding Engine House Huts & Field Systems NE of NantlleCefn-Isaf Burial ChamberMynydd Graig Goch round cairn .
