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How to hike SNOWDON for beginners via The Llanberis Path (the easiest route)

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  • Опубліковано 15 сер 2024
  • In this video we take the 'easiest' path to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (Mount Snowdon) which is the highest peak in Wales!
    We will show you the route, what to bring and our top tips to make your hike an enjoyable one!
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  • @GeorgeSoan
    @GeorgeSoan  3 місяці тому +1

    Thanks for watching everyone! If you're looking for some inspiration for amazing hikes in Australia, check out one of my latest videos: ua-cam.com/video/lbiIi4GrpXA/v-deo.html

  • @garydrablow853
    @garydrablow853 2 місяці тому +4

    Hi guys, great advice for a newbie like I am. Planning to walk up in August this year so thank you for the tips

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  2 місяці тому

      That’s great to hear! No worries, happy hiking!! :)

  • @The_New_Abnormal_World_Order
    @The_New_Abnormal_World_Order 11 місяців тому +4

    I climbed Snowdon last Wednesday via this route, it was a wonderful experience and gave me a big confidence boost because I didn't know if I was fit enough to succeed. Hiking and mountain trekking are my favourite activities but it had been a while since summiting a proper mountain. I advise anyone to go for it😄👍

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  11 місяців тому +1

      That's great to hear and well done! Thanks a lot for watching and leaving a comment to inspire others!

  • @chrispig7748
    @chrispig7748 Місяць тому +1

    Thanks for a lovely video. I’ve done it on the train but going to follow your lead and walk up. Glad you enjoyed it. Will plan to do it this month. Thanks again

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  Місяць тому

      No worries! Awesome! Thanks for the comment, really appreciate it. Enjoy the walk!

  • @magiera92
    @magiera92 Рік тому +11

    Dont know when this was filmed, but the visitor centre and toilets are now open at the summit. 😊

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  Рік тому +3

      Oh that’s amazing news! Thanks for letting me / others know :) By the way this was filmed in July

  • @laurenroberts5635
    @laurenroberts5635 3 місяці тому +1

    I am planning on climbing end of may. I’m not the fittest of people and know I may struggle but this video has helped me feel confident about climbing this!

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  3 місяці тому

      Great to hear the video helped! Enjoy the hike! :)

  • @markjones127
    @markjones127 6 місяців тому +7

    Good video and glad you enjoyed it, I'm a local mountain runner and just one tip about footwear, there are a lot of specialist mountain running shoes these days which are like approach shoes but tend to have better grip on a larger variety of terrain, whereas approach shoes tend to be designed more for just very rocky approaches, so comfort wise on dry summer days I always prefer a mountain running shoe, and they're a lot less likely to cause blisters for new hikers than big heavy boots.

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  6 місяців тому +1

      Thank you! And thanks for the tip! Any brands / models I could take a look at for inspiration? Cheers

    • @markjones127
      @markjones127 6 місяців тому

      @@GeorgeSoan VJ Sport are my favourite, their IRock shoes are incredible, but La Sportiva, Inov8 and Salomon are popular too.

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  6 місяців тому

      @@markjones127 awesome, thanks for that will check them out!

    • @michaeljones1445
      @michaeljones1445 2 місяці тому +1

      We walked up it in School shoes, bet you shave your legs as well hey.

    • @markjones127
      @markjones127 2 місяці тому

      @@michaeljones1445 Why would I shave my legs? I specifically said I'm a mountain runner, it's cyclists who shave their legs, muppet.

  • @davidrose1847
    @davidrose1847 11 місяців тому +1

    Nice vlog and Good advice. I did this way twice in 1980s (in my 20s) . Been on Train 3 times since and been 2/3 up Miners path way about 10yrs ago. Also been 1/3 up twice so walked up AND DOWN 3.3 times LLM

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  11 місяців тому +1

      Awesome! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment, much appreciated!

  • @connor02
    @connor02 10 місяців тому +2

    Going up there today, fantastic video guys. Thank you 😁

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  10 місяців тому

      Thank you! Fantastic! Hope you had a great hike!! :)

  • @leejohnson3209
    @leejohnson3209 10 місяців тому +2

    I recon I must have summited Yr Wyddfa over 30 times this year... I lost count, it could be 40. I never summit later than 9am, especially on a weekend, I hate the crowds. I've seen three sunrises, hail, snow, rain, hurricane force winds and glorious sunshine from the top. I've gone up via the Llanberis path, Ranger, Watkin, Miners, Pyg, Rhydd Ddu, Big Dipper and Crib Goch. I know the mountain quite well.

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  10 місяців тому

      That’s awesome! Well done!

  • @Tzvhon
    @Tzvhon 8 місяців тому +1

    I've done snowdon twice both on the same route u guys did , amazing video good editing 💗💝

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  8 місяців тому +1

      Awesome! Thank you, really appreciate it :)

  • @heatherandthehounds
    @heatherandthehounds Рік тому +1

    Really enjoyed the video. I’m hoping to walk Snowdon soon 🙌🏻

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  Рік тому +1

      Thank you! Awesome, it’s a really nice hike! Enjoy! 👍

  • @justzachandkaitlan
    @justzachandkaitlan 11 місяців тому

    Great video! And good information. We're hoping to hike Snowdon in the next week or so! Looks like a great hike with great views, bring it on!

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  11 місяців тому +1

      Thanks! That's awesome, you'll have a great time - enjoy!!

  • @vodkaphix
    @vodkaphix Місяць тому

    Nice succinct informative vlog, but PIZZA after a long hike!

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  Місяць тому

      Thank you! It’s a delicious treat after a long hike! 😂

  • @richie12200
    @richie12200 10 місяців тому

    Nice video! I really love Snowdonia, last time I hiked by Miner's and Pyg route quite a bit challenge. But this time I`ll take this route make a bit easier.

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  10 місяців тому

      Thank you! Awesome, I would like to try a different route next time round too!

  • @TheBradley8x
    @TheBradley8x 3 місяці тому

    Really helpful vid! Thanks!

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  3 місяці тому

      Great to hear! Thanks!

  • @hiking57
    @hiking57 8 місяців тому +1

    I’ve done snowdon twice but not this path, thinking of doing it again in winter, so easier route might be best.

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  8 місяців тому +1

      That makes sense. From what I’ve heard the gradient isn’t as steep compared to the other routes so it may be the best option in winter! Happy hiking!

  • @AlabamaTree
    @AlabamaTree 5 днів тому

    Is it 14 km’s each way or 14kms total? Great video 😎

  • @user-dx5kg1nu6k
    @user-dx5kg1nu6k 2 місяці тому

    Find a sign which says 'To Snowdon' Follow the path to the top. How hard can it be? I walked the 'Horseshoe' clockwise from YLiwedd finishing over Crib Goch. Fairly exposed but easy. Bill

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  2 місяці тому

      Thanks for watching Bill!

  • @marceloblue
    @marceloblue Місяць тому

    Great video 👏. Where is the best place to park? Many thanks

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  Місяць тому

      Thank you 🙏 There is a car park at the base of the mountain, near where the train station is :) Enjoy your hike!

  • @hattiewebber4394
    @hattiewebber4394 7 місяців тому

    I am planning on walking this path to summit, someone who wants to come is scared of heights! Is there any parts where the path is smaller/narrower than what you show in the video and therefore being closer the edge of the mountain?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  7 місяців тому

      Awesome, hope you have a great hike! The most narrow section is towards the summit. However, it was very cloudy the day we went up so you couldn’t see too much which is good in a way (if someone is scared of heights) but you don’t get to see the whole view!

  • @anumzafarraja86
    @anumzafarraja86 Рік тому +1

    oh wow this one is beautiful. How much was the total cost?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  Рік тому +1

      Thank you! Parking for the day cost £11 - the hike itself is free to do, so the other costs to consider would be transport, accomodation (if required) and food / drinks.

  • @stephball6000
    @stephball6000 Рік тому +2

    How long did it take you guys from start to finish?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  Рік тому +2

      It took us 4 hours, 30 minutes (including breaks) :)

    • @faisalali1009
      @faisalali1009 11 місяців тому

      Was that getting there and back?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  11 місяців тому

      @@faisalali1009 yes

    • @The_New_Abnormal_World_Order
      @The_New_Abnormal_World_Order 11 місяців тому +1

      @@GeorgeSoan Wow!! For us it was 7 hours!!

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  11 місяців тому +1

      @@The_New_Abnormal_World_Order it was quite cold at the top, so we didn’t stop for too long! 😅

  • @user-ir1oj1cq2l
    @user-ir1oj1cq2l 5 місяців тому

    Thanks for the perfect explanation, any idea about Swallow Falls hike?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  5 місяців тому

      You’re welcome! Sorry haven’t heard of this hike before!

    • @user-ir1oj1cq2l
      @user-ir1oj1cq2l 5 місяців тому

      @@GeorgeSoan Hii I have heard there’s a place called Swallow Falls close to Bets-y-coed, isn’t it a hiking place?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  5 місяців тому

      @@user-ir1oj1cq2l not sure, I’ve never heard of it but I’m not from the area

    • @vodkaphix
      @vodkaphix Місяць тому

      *Swallow Falls is a water fall attraction just outside of Betws Y Coed ( Betus ur coid) in the direction of Pen Y Pass or CAERNARFON S1 on the bus route( at train station in Betws y Coed). It is not a hike route*

  • @bobstermaher
    @bobstermaher 3 місяці тому

    Hi nice video we are going to Wales in September and looking for accommodation. Which caravan site did you stay at and where is it in relation to the base of Snowden? Thanks in advance!!

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  3 місяці тому +1

      Hi there! Thank you, I really appreciate it. We booked it via booking.com but I can't seem to find which caravan park it was, sorry about that but from memory it was about 45 minutes to 1 hour from the car park (www.google.com/maps/place/Parking+For+Snowdon/@53.1167562,-4.1212135,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x4865083a57c4434d:0xbb47ea0570424f89!8m2!3d53.1167562!4d-4.1190248!16s%2Fg%2F11csb2y6wz?entry=ttu) - Best to search on booking.com for the dates your looking for to see what is available :) Hope you have an awesome hike!!

    • @bobstermaher
      @bobstermaher 3 місяці тому

      @@GeorgeSoan cheers pal

  • @agahanna2309
    @agahanna2309 Місяць тому

    Could I ask where did you stay overnight ? Anywhere near Snowdon?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  29 днів тому +1

      Hello! We stayed here: www.booking.com/hotel/gb/dinas.en-gb.html

  • @oleksandrv2068
    @oleksandrv2068 10 місяців тому

    Thanks

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  10 місяців тому

      you're welcome, thanks for watching! stay tuned for more videos in the future :)

  • @anthonyheywood5519
    @anthonyheywood5519 10 місяців тому

    Hi . Is there a caravan site or a b and b Close by for the night ?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  10 місяців тому +1

      Hello! We stayed here: www.booking.com/hotel/gb/dinas.en-gb.html

  • @chimereihebuzor2850
    @chimereihebuzor2850 7 місяців тому

    nice video! what camera did you use?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  7 місяців тому

      Thank you! iPhone 13 Pro

  • @jones1068
    @jones1068 2 місяці тому

    Pyg track path is also fairly easy.

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  2 місяці тому

      Ok great, thanks for sharing. I might give that one a go next time!

  • @JayG94
    @JayG94 Місяць тому

    Also have you got a link to where you stayed?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  Місяць тому +1

      www.booking.com/hotel/gb/dinas.en-gb.html

  • @JayG94
    @JayG94 Місяць тому

    Any bits of water to swim in on way down?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  Місяць тому +1

      Not sure on that as it was pretty cold when we went! 😅

  • @listenup852
    @listenup852 4 місяці тому

    Wait… this was the easiest route😳 I did this route with a couple of friends couple weeks ago… was brilliant but didn’t think it was the easiest… if that’s the case what is the hardest route to do?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  4 місяці тому

      Not sure what the hardest route is but from my research this was the easiest apparently! 😅

  • @Spohcsom
    @Spohcsom 12 днів тому +2

    Never heard anyone speak with so much rising inflection as this guy. It was tortuous to listen. Still a nice video using the subtitles.

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  11 днів тому

      Strange comment, but thanks for watching

    • @Spohcsom
      @Spohcsom 9 днів тому +1

      @@GeorgeSoan Oh sorry I was a bit rude with my comment. I thought you were talking like that as an internet meme for views. Ive just seen from another video you may actually speak like that. Sorry, it is my issue that this kind of speaking is sadly taking over the internet. I should have taken a moment to engage my brain before tapping on my keyboard.

  • @jonathonjchurchill
    @jonathonjchurchill 2 місяці тому

    Can you get the train on the way back down

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  2 місяці тому

      Yes I believe you can do that! Might be worth double checking online to see if you can book it

  • @baileyboo198
    @baileyboo198 9 місяців тому

    by far the longest route up with a steep start so knackered before even get on the track. not a fan. rhy dhu the quickest and one of the easiest

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  9 місяців тому

      Thanks for the info!

  • @TheTomlaw87
    @TheTomlaw87 9 місяців тому

    Can you pay on your card at the car park?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  9 місяців тому

      Yes, the machines accepted card when I was there. Always good to carry cash as a backup.

  • @melanieshev5808
    @melanieshev5808 2 місяці тому

    How long did it take? Thank you

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  2 місяці тому

      I can’t remember exactly, but somewhere around the 4-6 hour mark! Happy hiking!

  • @ilonka86861
    @ilonka86861 9 місяців тому

    Is that path straightforward and safe to go solo?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  9 місяців тому

      hi there! yes, I think it would be as it is a fairly straightforward up and down route. However, I would let someone know the time you are leaving / meant to arrive back and the exact route you're taking. A backup communication device is also handy if you're solo. I was once caught in a rainstorm, my phone died and I had no other form of communication. Now I carry a GPS device (Garmin In-Reach mini 2) which allows me to send SMS / signal for help when there isn't phone signal or if my phone dies for whatever reason. I'd also recommend plenty of water, food and a small first aid kit. A rain jacket and layers towards the top will be handy. Hope you have a great hike and stay safe!

  • @davidrose1847
    @davidrose1847 11 місяців тому

    Crikey I didn't realise it was 14km = 8.7 miles we used to call it

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  11 місяців тому +1

      When I use to live in the UK I was use to miles, since living in Aus for almost 6 years I am now more use to kms!

  • @sarahbennett5733
    @sarahbennett5733 5 місяців тому

    How long did it take you?

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  5 місяців тому

      This one took us quite a few hours! 4 or 5 from memory. The AllTrails link will also give the average time :)

  • @buser99
    @buser99 2 місяці тому

    Llanberis was worse then miners was to my steep parts one after another

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  2 місяці тому

      Oh really? That’s interesting to know! Thanks

  • @michaeljones1445
    @michaeljones1445 2 місяці тому

    Clean up after yourselves, the state of Snowdon is disgusting.

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  2 місяці тому

      Agreed, leave no trace!

  • @user-gd5lw6gx4b
    @user-gd5lw6gx4b 6 місяців тому

    Great stuff. Were there many places to wild camp 🏕

    • @GeorgeSoan
      @GeorgeSoan  6 місяців тому +1

      Thanks! Not sure on that one as I’ve never wild camped myself, sorry!

    • @vodkaphix
      @vodkaphix Місяць тому +1

      *Snowdonia is an area within an AONB, so wild camping is not allowed or camper vans parking anywhere to camp overnight. There are many campsites to choose from. Garth Farm Campsite is in the valley between Betws Y Coed/ Capel Curig AND Pen Y Pass and is quite exposed to the elements, but popular and on the Caernarfon/Betws Y Coed S1 bus route. The bus takes about 20 minutes from Betws Y Coed OR 10 minutes from Pen Y Pass and is a request stop. The bus (single and double decker) takes CASH(change given) or credit/debit CARD on a tapNgo basis*