Cadair Berwyn Wildcamp

Distance: 11.61km (7.21 Miles)
Ascent: 684m (2244ft)
Duration: Overnight Wildcamp

Having arrived in Wales without anywhere to stay and planning on doing a wild camp I actually didn’t know where I was going to camp until I arrived here at Tan-y-Pistyll and headed up onto the mountain top for a summit camp.

The spectacular Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfall, one of the tallest in the UK.

The view from above the waterfall.

Ascending the side of Trum Felen.

Following the fence line to Moel Sych.

Moel Sych and Cadair Berwyn ahead.

The summit cairn on Moel Sych at 827m above sea level.

The view across to Cadair Berwyn. It was once thought that this summit I am on (Moel Sych) and the Trig Point on the middle peak were the highest points until the rocky peak in the middle was measured and found to be about 5m higher.

Following the escarpment to Cadair Berwyn. What an epic days walking and place to camp!

Looking down to Llyn Lluncaws (the tarn).

The true summit of Cadair Berwyn at 832m above sea level.

The 827m Trig looking to the true summit of Moel Sych. It was just near here I set up pitch for the night.

A stunning sunset to the west. Watch the video for a time lapse.

I had a terrible nights sleep due to the strong wind which was a shame as the forecast was for only 20mph (I got 40mph at times). But early morning sunshine made it worth it.

Looking up to Cadair Berwyn on the descent.

Down at the shore of Llyn Lluncaws.

Looking back up the valley to Cadair Berwyn.

My view ahead into the valley.

A final view of Pistyll Rhaeadr.