Pen y Gadair

Went up Cadair Idris on a wild winter's day,via the Minffordd Path.The snow covered vista from Cwm Cau,when finally in view was truly magical,the ascent of Craig y Cau challenging,but breathtakingly rewarding,with fantastic views over to Penycadair and Mynydd Moel.Being my first 'winter' mountain,the final pull up to Penycadair is 'interesting' to say the least!!!!.and the summit 'bothy' is a welcome shelter when the winds start whistling!! The wide plateau over to Mynydd Moel is a welcome respite,and gives another different viewpoint over to Craig Cau and the Cyfryw ridge.Those intending to descend from Mynydd Moel to rejoin the Minffordd path,be prepared for the VERY steep path that drops down at an alarming rate,and assistance from the nearby fence may be required,or a new ski-lift!!!!lol!! As a winter walk,I cannot recommend this route enough,a true Welsh mountain classic!

(Written by: aldav)

Hi that video you found is actually me on top of pen y gadair fawr in the black mountains of south wales, I could upload a video of me on top of pen y gaidar if you'd like.

(Written by: cozy)

Cracking mountain, and it offers you the chance to be a poet or a madman. How many other hills can do that for you.

(Written by: cozy)

First big mountain since I started doing this walking malarky properly. A nice big cairn, nice hut to get out the wind, and usually lots of company. A good mountain day.

(Written by: Fwapp)

I dont agree with trails best route, i would say from the south and taking in the lake the direct up the screes to the summit. One way to make this even mote fun is a night on the top, waking up to the best views in wales. Fantastic!

(Written by: simon0208)