Mynydd Drws-y-Coed

Mynydd Drws-y-Coed is a mountain summit in Snowdonia that rises to 695 meters and forms part of the Nantlle Ridge. The peak features steep rocky cliffs on its western side, while gentler grassy slopes characterize the remaining terrain.

This peak is classified as both a Hewitt and Nuttall in British mountaineering records, marking its official recognition in climbing documentation. These classifications were developed to organize summits across Britain based on specific elevation criteria.

The Welsh name of this peak reflects how the landscape and language are deeply connected in this region. Visitors experience this through the local place names they encounter throughout their hike, which keep the Welsh cultural identity present in everyday exploration.

This summit is best reached via the Nantlle Ridge Traverse route that connects Rhyd Ddu and Llanllyfni, which is marked on standard hiking maps. Wear sturdy footwear since the terrain becomes uneven and slippery in wet conditions.

This summit serves as the eastern anchor point of the Nantlle Ridge and is often overlooked despite being part of one of the region's most popular hiking routes. Its 57-meter prominence makes it an underestimated waypoint along this well-known ridge system.

GPS coordinates: 53.04390,-4.16597

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:40