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Hiking · Wales, Wales

Cadair Idris (Minffordd Path)

  • Distance9km (5.6 miles) return
  • Duration5–7 hours return
  • Elevation893m (2,930ft)
  • Rating★ 4.7
  • TransportDrive to Minffordd car park (£5/day); Bus T2 TrawsCymru from Machynlleth stops nearby (infrequent)
By Updated Reviewed by Daniel Mercer
Cadair Idris (Minffordd Path)

Trail facts

Trail area
Southern Snowdonia, Gwynedd
Best season
May–October

What to bring

  • Walking boots
  • Full waterproofs
  • Map OS Explorer OL23
  • Walking poles helpful

Location

Start: Minffordd car park, Tal-y-Llyn, Gwynedd, LL36 9AJ

52.6886, -3.9116 View on map