For road riders there are lung-busting climbs that lead to fabulous views. The road climb from Beddgelert to Pen-y-Pass is something any cyclist would be proud of.
Please be aware that cycling on Snowdon’s bridleways is restricted. To avoid accidents involving cyclists and walkers on the very busy paths during the visitor season, there is a voluntary agreement between The Snowdonia National Park Authority, Gwynedd County Council, CTC, Welsh Cycling Union and the International Mountain Bicycling Association in place. It has been agreed that between the hours of 10am and 5pm from 1 May to 30 September cyclists should not cycle on Snowdon.
Bike hire
Beddgelert Bikes, in Beddgelert Forest, is open all year for the hire of mountain bikes, tandems, child seats and trailer bikes.
Rock climbing
One of Wales’s most unusual climbs, Lockwood’s Chimney can be found at Clogwyn y Wenallt above Llyn Gwynant. The climb, which includes an upward scramble through a tunnel in the mountain, was named after Arthur Lockwood, former proprietor of the Pen-y-Gwryd Hotel who made its first ascent.
It was traditional to climb this mountain route on midsummer’s eve. Lockwood’s Chimney is only for the experienced and brave who are rewarded with stunning mountain views at the top.
Elsewhere, there are small mountain crags, again for those with plenty of experience of outdoor climbing.