A walk in the Arenigs taking in a Marilyn, Foel Goch, and more. (Large sections of this route are over rough ground and off piste)
Red
25 August 2024
No dogs allowed
From the cars after a short walk down the lane we follow a footpath alongside Nant Cwm Da Northwards. We leave the path for a short steep climb to our first top, Orrdu (555m).
Heading West we reach our second summit and Marylin, Foel Goch (611m). Continuing westward we reach the cairn on Garnedd Fawr (569m). Descending and heading southwest we eventually climb to Pen y Bwlch Gwyn(502m). From here we descend again before climbing to Moel Emoel (549m). From here a decent towards, and along Nant Cefn-coach leads us back to the cars.
Safety
Let the walk leader know of any relevant medical conditions
Refer to the Handbook for walk related information and specifically for recommended walking equipment https://ohwc.org.uk/kit-list/ and safety information https://ohwc.org.uk/safety/
Remember you are responsible for being properly equipped
Ensure you have the walk leader’s phone number in case of an emergency
If you become detached from the group STOP, call out; try contacting group by phone or text. If no contact return to the last place you were with the group. Wait 30 mins repeatedly trying to make contact. After 30 mins seek help and/or make your own way safely.
The Google map below is the location of the walk start point.