A very steep road (15%) to Ffynnon Llugwy

Ffynnon Llugwy is a natural lake at an elevation of 554m (1,817ft) above sea level, located in Snowdonia, in Wales. It’s one of the highest roads in the country.

Ffynnon Llugwy

Where is Ffynnon Llugwy?

Located at the feet of Carnedd Llewelyn mountain peak, in the northwestern part of the country, the lake has a maximum depth of 146 ft (45 m). The lake is acting as a reservoir since the mid-1970s.

Is the road to Ffynnon Llugwy paved?

Located at the feet of the Carneddau mountain range, the road to the lake is fully paved but very steep and narrow. The road is owned by the power/water company and closed to private vehicles.

How long is the road to Ffynnon Llugwy?

Starting from the paved A5 Road, the ascent is 2.54km (1.58 mi) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 262 meters. The average percentage is 10.31%. The maximum gradient is 15.0%.

 

 

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