Stac Rhos, Mountain summit in Gwynedd, Wales.
Stac Rhos is a mountain summit in the Berwyn range located in Gwynedd, Wales, standing at about 630 meters high. The peak has a small cairn at the top and provides views across the surrounding Welsh countryside.
The mountain has served as a geographical reference point for people living in the area across many generations. Its role as a natural landmark has remained consistent throughout the region's history.
The name reflects Welsh language traditions and local geographical naming practices. People in the area have long understood this summit as a natural landmark that shapes how they describe their surroundings.
Visitors can navigate to the summit using Ordnance Survey maps covering the Bala Lake region and standard navigation tools. Good footwear and basic navigation skills are helpful for exploring the area safely.
A small stone cairn built by walkers sits at the summit as a marker of reaching the peak. This simple pile of rocks represents an enduring connection between visitors and the mountain that continues to grow with each person who climbs here.
Location: Gwynedd
Elevation above the sea: 630 m
Part of: Berwyn range
GPS coordinates: 52.83897,-3.53181
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:40
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