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Moel Tryfan

Hill, Mountain in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Moel Tryfan

Hen gronfa ddwr / A former reservoir I'm not sure whether the reservoir provided water for the Bryngwyn branch of the Welsh Highland Railway, or was purely domestic.
Hen gronfa ddwr / A former reservoir Credit: Ceri Thomas

Moel Tryfan is a prominent hill located in the county of Caernarfonshire in Wales. Standing at an elevation of 558 meters (1,831 feet), it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscapes and is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and hikers.

Situated in the Snowdonia National Park, Moel Tryfan is known for its rugged beauty and challenging terrain. The hill is made up of rocky slopes and grassy ridges, providing a diverse and exciting experience for those who choose to explore it. The summit offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, including the famous Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales.

The ascent to the summit of Moel Tryfan can be accessed from various points, with the most popular route starting from the village of Rhyd Ddu. This route takes hikers along a well-marked trail, which gradually increases in steepness as it approaches the peak. Along the way, visitors can enjoy the stunning scenery, including cascading waterfalls, lush valleys, and the picturesque Beddgelert Forest.

Moel Tryfan is also rich in natural and cultural heritage. The hill is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including heather, bilberry, and mountain hare. It is also steeped in history, with remnants of ancient settlements and stone circles scattered throughout the area, offering a glimpse into the region's past.

Overall, Moel Tryfan is a captivating destination that showcases the beauty and diversity of the Welsh countryside. Whether it's for a challenging hike or simply to enjoy the tranquil surroundings, this hill is a must-visit for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 53.082255/-4.2182005 or Grid Reference SH5156. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hen gronfa ddwr / A former reservoir I'm not sure whether the reservoir provided water for the Bryngwyn branch of the Welsh Highland Railway, or was purely domestic.
Hen gronfa ddwr / A former reservoir
I'm not sure whether the reservoir provided water for the Bryngwyn branch of the Welsh Highland Railway, or was purely domestic.
View towards the Slate Quarries of Dyffryn Nantlle
View towards the Slate Quarries of Dyffryn Nantlle
Cattle grid on the road north east from Carmel
Cattle grid on the road north east from Carmel
Rough grazing between Cae Haidd Bach and Cae Haidd Mawr Barley fields no longer! [the Welsh house name 'cae haidd' translates as 'barley field' in English]
Rough grazing between Cae Haidd Bach and Cae Haidd Mawr
Barley fields no longer! [the Welsh house name 'cae haidd' translates as 'barley field' in English]
Cae Haidd Bach, from the north-west Once a farmhouse, now holiday accommodation.
Cae Haidd Bach, from the north-west
Once a farmhouse, now holiday accommodation.
Bracken and trees at Cae Haidd Bach With a fine view westwards to the coast at Dinas Dinlle.
Bracken and trees at Cae Haidd Bach
With a fine view westwards to the coast at Dinas Dinlle.
Concrete track down to Cae Haidd Bach With a fine view to Fort Belan and Anglesey.
Concrete track down to Cae Haidd Bach
With a fine view to Fort Belan and Anglesey.
Public footpath heading west from Capel y Bryn Across open access moorland.
Public footpath heading west from Capel y Bryn
Across open access moorland.
Public footpath heading east to Capel y Bryn Entering open access moorland through a kissing gate.
Public footpath heading east to Capel y Bryn
Entering open access moorland through a kissing gate.
Dam of a former reservoir near Bryngwyn station [land side] The reservoir was built between 1899 and 1913 and was still present in 1948. It held the water of a spring-fed tributary of Afon Llifon.
Dam of a former reservoir near Bryngwyn station [land side]
The reservoir was built between 1899 and 1913 and was still present in 1948. It held the water of a spring-fed tributary of Afon Llifon.
Dam of a former reservoir near Bryngwyn station [water side] The reservoir was built between 1899 and 1913 and was still present in 1948. It held the water of a spring-fed tributary of Afon Llifon.
Dam of a former reservoir near Bryngwyn station [water side]
The reservoir was built between 1899 and 1913 and was still present in 1948. It held the water of a spring-fed tributary of Afon Llifon.
Slate footbridge near Bryngwyn station Carrying the public footpath from Capel y Bryn over a tributary of Afon Llifon.
Slate footbridge near Bryngwyn station
Carrying the public footpath from Capel y Bryn over a tributary of Afon Llifon.
Bryngwyn Station [remains of] Most of the buildings on the local narrow gauge slate railways are built of large stones, with yellow bricks at the corners. This area is mapped as open access land, but locally marked as private. Bryngwyn station is at the foot of the Bryngwyn incline <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6248606">SH5055 : Looking up the Bryngwyn incline, near Glandwr</a>, where the slate wagons were transferred from cable to locomotive. The Bryngwyn branch opened in 1877. it closed to passengers in 1913 and completely in 1937.
Bryngwyn Station [remains of]
Most of the buildings on the local narrow gauge slate railways are built of large stones, with yellow bricks at the corners. This area is mapped as open access land, but locally marked as private. Bryngwyn station is at the foot of the Bryngwyn incline SH5055 : Looking up the Bryngwyn incline, near Glandwr, where the slate wagons were transferred from cable to locomotive. The Bryngwyn branch opened in 1877. it closed to passengers in 1913 and completely in 1937.
Public footpath on a private track, near Ffridd Heading west.
Public footpath on a private track, near Ffridd
Heading west.
Bryngwyn farmland Looking north-east.
Bryngwyn farmland
Looking north-east.
Sheep grazing near Hafotty Newydd Alongside the public footpath.
Sheep grazing near Hafotty Newydd
Alongside the public footpath.
Fields near Cae Haidd Bach With a fine view down to the coast at Dinas Dinlle.
Fields near Cae Haidd Bach
With a fine view down to the coast at Dinas Dinlle.
Outbuildings at Cae Haidd Bach The nearer building is a semi derelict cow shed or stables. The farther building is holiday accommodation.
Outbuildings at Cae Haidd Bach
The nearer building is a semi derelict cow shed or stables. The farther building is holiday accommodation.
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Moel Tryfan is located at Grid Ref: SH5156 (Lat: 53.082255, Lng: -4.2182005)

Unitary Authority: Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

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Moel Tryfan
Ele: 427
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q8521126
Wikipedia: en:Moel Tryfan
Lat/Long: 53.082229/-4.2182771
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Board Type: geology
Information: board
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 53.0822806/-4.2180781
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Moel Tryfan
Description: OS trig pillar
Ele: 427.024
Man Made: survey_point
Note: Accurate location import for imagery offset calibration. Please do not move.
Ref: S7442
Source: Ordnance Survey (OGL)
Survey Point: pillar
Tpuk Ref: TP4877
Lat/Long: 53.0822723/-4.218206
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Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 53.0789249/-4.2168107
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Man Made: adit
Lat/Long: 53.0789775/-4.2168485
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