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Cwm Idwal Rock Climbing

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Areas in Cwm Idwal

Clogwyn y Tarw (Gribin Facet) 3 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 3

Cneifion Arete 1 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 1 / 1

Idwal Slabs 3 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 0 / 3 / 3

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Elevation:	1,200 ft	366 m
GPS:	53.111, -4.0255 Google Map · Climbing Area Map
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Shared By:	Rob Davies UK on Nov 1, 2009
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Description

A very traditional climbing area with lots of beginner routes but also some good harder climbs. Good quality volcanic rock, though some popular routes have been polished by generations of nailed boots. The major cliffs are mainly N or W facing.

Getting There

Park on the A5 near Ogwen Cottage and follow the well-made path up to the lake (Llyn Idwal).

7 Total Climbs

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Classic Climbing Routes at Cwm Idwal

Mountain Project's determination of the classic, most popular, highest rated climbing routes in this area.

5.0 2- 4 I 6 MM 1c 4 ● Ordinary Route Trad, Alpine 4 pitches Idwal Slabs > Idwal Slabs
5.3 3+ 10 III 9 VD 3a 4 ● Hope Trad, Alpine 5 pitches Idwal Slabs > Idwal Slabs