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Craig-y-llyn
Craigyllyn.JPG
Llyn Cyri from the summit of Craig-y-llyn
Highest point
Elevation 622 m (2,041 ft)
Prominence 136 m (446 ft)
Parent peak Cadair Idris
Listing Hewitt, Nuttall, HuMP
Naming
English translation the lake's crag
Language of name Welsh
Geography
Location Gwynedd, Wales
Parent range Cadair Idris
OS grid SH711130
Topo map OS Landranger 124, Explorer OL23
Climbing
Easiest route Hike

Craig-y-llyn is a mountain peak in Gwynedd, northwest Wales. It's part of the famous Cadair Idris mountain range. This area is also within the beautiful Snowdonia National Park.

Craig-y-llyn is like a smaller helper peak to Cadair Idris. It sits at the far western end of the long ridge (or high line of hills) that makes up Cadair Idris.

What Makes Craig-y-llyn Special?

This mountain has some cool features. On its northern side, there's a bowl-shaped valley called a "cwm" (pronounced "koom"). This cwm holds a small lake called Llyn Cyri. This lake was formed by glaciers long ago, so it's a "glacial lake."

The Slopes of Craig-y-llyn

The mountain has different kinds of slopes. The southern side is gentle and easy to walk on. But the northern side is very steep! It has broken rocks and cliffs, which are called "crags."

The Summit

The very top of Craig-y-llyn is covered in grass. You'll also find a few stones marking the highest point.

Exploring Craig-y-llyn

Many people enjoy hiking up Craig-y-llyn. It's often climbed along with another nearby peak called Tyrrau Mawr. This makes for a longer and more exciting adventure for hikers.

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