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Foel Grach

Hill, Mountain in Caernarfonshire

Wales

Foel Grach

Dulyn Bothy Maintained by The Mountain Bothies Association.
Dulyn Bothy Credit: Colin Kinnear

Foel Grach is a prominent hill located in the county of Caernarfonshire, Wales. Standing at an elevation of 3,120 feet (951 meters), it is part of the Carneddau range, which forms the largest contiguous area of high ground in Wales. The hill lies within the Snowdonia National Park, renowned for its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife.

Foel Grach is characterized by its rugged and rocky terrain, making it a popular destination for hikers and mountaineers seeking a challenging ascent. Its summit offers breathtaking panoramic views, allowing visitors to admire the surrounding landscape, including nearby peaks such as Carnedd Llewelyn and Carnedd Dafydd.

The hill is home to a wide range of wildlife, with various species of birds, such as ravens and peregrine falcons, frequently spotted soaring above its slopes. On the lower slopes, visitors may come across grazing sheep and wild ponies, adding to the picturesque scenery.

A number of hiking trails traverse Foel Grach, ranging from moderate to difficult levels of difficulty. It is recommended to come prepared with appropriate equipment and clothing, as weather conditions can change rapidly in the mountainous region.

Foel Grach offers a remarkable outdoor experience for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a thrilling adventure. With its magnificent views and rich biodiversity, it is a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the stunning landscapes of Caernarfonshire and the Snowdonia National Park.

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Foel Grach Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.173987/-3.9643941 or Grid Reference SH6865. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dulyn Bothy Maintained by The Mountain Bothies Association.
Dulyn Bothy
Maintained by The Mountain Bothies Association.
Melynllyn Reservoir near Dulyn bothy.
Melynllyn
Reservoir near Dulyn bothy.
Views from Dulyn Bothy
Views from Dulyn Bothy
Rock Outcrops Above Melynllyn
Rock Outcrops Above Melynllyn
Rock Outcrop, Carnedd Llewelyn
Rock Outcrop, Carnedd Llewelyn
Yr Elen
Yr Elen
Descending from Carnedd Llewelyn This path traverses the top of Craig yr Ysfa, from there you can pass Ffynnon Llugwy reservoir to reach the A5 road.
Descending from Carnedd Llewelyn
This path traverses the top of Craig yr Ysfa, from there you can pass Ffynnon Llugwy reservoir to reach the A5 road.
Almost at the col After a long flog of about 1400ft straight up the hillside from Cwm Pen-llafar to the west, this boulder scree is almost at the col between Carnedd Llewelyn and Yr Elen. My approach route to the latter hill was a little unconventional, I accept that.
Almost at the col
After a long flog of about 1400ft straight up the hillside from Cwm Pen-llafar to the west, this boulder scree is almost at the col between Carnedd Llewelyn and Yr Elen. My approach route to the latter hill was a little unconventional, I accept that.
View downhill into Cwm Caseg Taken from the col between Carnedd Llewelyn and Yr Elen
View downhill into Cwm Caseg
Taken from the col between Carnedd Llewelyn and Yr Elen
View down into Cwm Caseg Taken from the south-eastern ridge of Yr Elen, across the deep Cwm Caseg on its eastern side. The lake lies at an altitude of about 2445ft, so is probably the 3rd highest substantial body of water in Wales, after <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5390836">SH6864 : Ffynnon Llyffant</a> and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1488966">SH6758 : Llyn Caseg-fraith, with Tryfan beyond</a>.
View down into Cwm Caseg
Taken from the south-eastern ridge of Yr Elen, across the deep Cwm Caseg on its eastern side. The lake lies at an altitude of about 2445ft, so is probably the 3rd highest substantial body of water in Wales, after SH6864 : Ffynnon Llyffant and SH6758 : Llyn Caseg-fraith, with Tryfan beyond.
Summit rocks of Yr Elen The highest of three contenders for the actual summit. There's a rocky outcrop, sometimes sporting a small cairn, roughly 50m to the SSW which is 50cm lower, and a further cairn on a protrusion a little way to the WNW which is clearly lower than this point, by about 3m in fact.
Summit rocks of Yr Elen
The highest of three contenders for the actual summit. There's a rocky outcrop, sometimes sporting a small cairn, roughly 50m to the SSW which is 50cm lower, and a further cairn on a protrusion a little way to the WNW which is clearly lower than this point, by about 3m in fact.
Slatey boulder scree on the NW flank of Yr Elen Rocks and scree on the NW flank, composed mainly of the underlying slate that forms the backbone of the quarrying industry upon which Bethesda (and Llanberis) has grown up.
Slatey boulder scree on the NW flank of Yr Elen
Rocks and scree on the NW flank, composed mainly of the underlying slate that forms the backbone of the quarrying industry upon which Bethesda (and Llanberis) has grown up.
Grassy track down the hill towards Foel Ganol
Grassy track down the hill towards Foel Ganol
Amongst the rocks on Foel Ganol A good place to take a breather on the way down from Yr Elen, cook some lunch, and take in the fine surroundings for half an hour. Perfection; I could happily have fallen asleep under this rock outcrop.
Amongst the rocks on Foel Ganol
A good place to take a breather on the way down from Yr Elen, cook some lunch, and take in the fine surroundings for half an hour. Perfection; I could happily have fallen asleep under this rock outcrop.
Across Cwm Caseg from Foel Ganol A view across the wide grassy Cwm Caseg, to the hills forming its northern flank - Gyrn Wigau is the lowest grassy eminence on the left, followed by Drosgl and the more rocky Bera Bach on the right.
Across Cwm Caseg from Foel Ganol
A view across the wide grassy Cwm Caseg, to the hills forming its northern flank - Gyrn Wigau is the lowest grassy eminence on the left, followed by Drosgl and the more rocky Bera Bach on the right.
The upper reaches of the Afon Caseg A view into the upper part of Cwm Caseg, where the stream comes down in a series of small cascades and falls.
The upper reaches of the Afon Caseg
A view into the upper part of Cwm Caseg, where the stream comes down in a series of small cascades and falls.
Unknown old building in Cwm Caseg Below the boulders and scree on the hillside, there's a small building about 50 yards in front of me here, which is loosely recorded by the Gwynedd Archaeological Trust <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://archwilio.org.uk/arch/query/page.php?watprn=GAT6848&dbname=gat&tbname=core" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://archwilio.org.uk/arch/query/page.php?watprn=GAT6848&dbname=gat&tbname=core">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> as a sheepfold, but with an acknowledgement that "There is a possibility of medieval foundations below some of the structures"
Unknown old building in Cwm Caseg
Below the boulders and scree on the hillside, there's a small building about 50 yards in front of me here, which is loosely recorded by the Gwynedd Archaeological Trust LinkExternal link as a sheepfold, but with an acknowledgement that "There is a possibility of medieval foundations below some of the structures"
Bubbling spring One of several similar springs forming a bit of a line beneath the hillside of Carreg y Gath, all of which feed into the Afon Caseg. I didn't sample the water, but for sure it would have been cold, clean and fine to drink.
Bubbling spring
One of several similar springs forming a bit of a line beneath the hillside of Carreg y Gath, all of which feed into the Afon Caseg. I didn't sample the water, but for sure it would have been cold, clean and fine to drink.
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Foel Grach is located at Grid Ref: SH6865 (Lat: 53.173987, Lng: -3.9643941)

Unitary Authority: Conwy/ Gwynedd

Police Authority: North Wales

What 3 Words

///reservoir.anguished.bakers. Near Bethesda, Gwynedd

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Gwaun y Garnedd Foel Grach Cwm Bychan

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Located within 500m of 53.173987,-3.9643941
Y Foel Grach
Ele: 976
Natural: peak
Wikidata: Q5464007
Wikipedia: en:Foel Grach
Lat/Long: 53.174081/-3.963231
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