Moel Lefn

Moel Lefn is a mountain summit in the Moel Hebog range in Gwynedd, rising to 638 meters with a northern face showing columnar jointing formations in rhyolite rock. Marked trails connect this peak to neighboring summits and lead from local villages using established hiking routes.

Two tall stone cairns on the eastern side have guided travelers through these Welsh mountains for generations, marking routes that people have followed for centuries. The stacked stones show how long this ridge has served as a passage through the highlands.

The name comes from Welsh language, meaning bare hill, and sits within the traditional mountain landscape of North Wales where local paths connect the ridges.

This summit is accessible via marked hiking trails starting from nearby villages using standard navigation maps of the area. The best conditions for walking are during drier months when the paths are easier to traverse.

From the summit you can see the Nantlle ridge clearly, and this peak marks the final rise along the Hebog ridge before the landscape opens toward Beddgelert Forest. This vantage point reveals why this spot has served as a landmark in the region.

Location: Gwynedd

Elevation above the sea: 638 m

Part of: Moel Hebog

GPS coordinates: 53.01439,-4.15849

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:45