Seven Mountains To Walk in North Wales instead of Snowdon

Alternative mountains to walk in north wales to Snowdon

Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) gets very busy on weekends and in the holidays. There are many routes up to the summit. They can all get quite busy and finding parking can be a real hassle. In this post, I’ve picked seven alternative mountains to walk in North Wales.

Y Garn - a great alternative to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
Y Garn – a great alternative to Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) with the same great views!

These mountains offer the same amazing views as walking up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). There are fewer people and more chances of finding a good parking space. Click into the route links for all the details of where to park. You will also find OS Route Map links for each walk.

Carneddau ponies
Carneddau Ponies on the Llyn Eigiau Horseshoe which includes the 2nd highest mountain in Wales, Carnedd Llewelyn – you wont see wild ponies on Yr Wyddfa!

I have a post which shows the popularity of mountains in Eryri (Snowdonia) by monthly search volume. This will interest you if you’re looking for a walk in North Wales. In North Wales, you’re unlikely to see another soul!

Seven Alternative Mountains To (Yr Wyddfa) Snowdon – all with stunning views!

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