Moel Ysgyfarnogod

Moel Ysgyfarnogod is a mountain summit in Gwynedd, North Wales, reaching 623 meters in height. The peak forms the northernmost point of the Rhinogydd range and features open, grassy slopes with views across the surrounding valleys and ridges.

The area has been inhabited since the Bronze Age, as shown by the ancient cairn of Bryn Cader Faner located northwest of the summit. This site with its stone markers reflects a long history of human activity in this mountain region.

The Welsh name translates as 'Bare hill of the hares', showing how the landscape has been described in the region's language for centuries. Mountain names here preserve old Welsh traditions and local knowledge about the land.

The mountain can be approached from two sides: Trawsfynydd on the eastern side or Talsarnau on the western side, depending on which base you choose. The paths are partly uneven and can become muddy in wet weather, so sturdy footwear and appropriate clothing are needed.

From the summit, visitors can see across the landscape to the Llyn Trawsfynydd reservoir and spot the towns of Porthmadog and Blaenau Ffestiniog far below. This wide view reveals how this quiet peak connects visually to the populated valleys and communities below.

Location: Gwynedd

Elevation above the sea: 623 m

GPS coordinates: 52.89201,-3.99562

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:44