Cadair Idris via the Minffordd path - BEAUTIFUL ROUTE!

April 2024 - Grab a cuppa and watch our video of the route up Cadair Idris (Cader Idris) via the Minffordd path.

Link to the route - https://explore.osmaps.com/route/2114...

Parking - LL36 9AJ

I think this has been my favourite Mountain to hike up so far because even though it's a bit of a slog, it's beautiful from the beginning to the end. We are falling even more in Love with Wales/Cymru every time we visit. Snowdonia is such a beautiful place.

If you do this route, stopping off at Llyn Cau is an absolute must, it is stunning.

The Minffordd Path is one of two paths that ascends the southern slopes of Cader Idris—Llanfihangel y Pennant Path being the other option. The Pony Path is the third route to the summit. It ascends the northern slopes from the Dolgellau area.

The Minffordd path is one the shortest paths up Cader Idris; although it has the most significant ascent.

The Minffordd Path is a hard/strenuous path. A good level of fitness is required and navigation skills are essential.

The path will take you through Cwm Cau where Llyn Cau, a lake that is synonymous with Cader Idris, lies.

Route type: There and back again
Length: 9km
Duration: 6 Hrs
How busy is this path: popular
Ascent: 2,585 feet (788 meters)