Craig Fach
Mountain in Wales
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The hike up Craig Fach
The route starts at Pen y Pass — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Craig Fach?
Craig Fach is 609 m above sea level and lies in Wales. Its prominence is 40 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Craig Fach?
From Pen y Pass it is about 1.8 km one way with 251 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 42 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Craig Fach?
The nearest parking is Pen y Pass (east of the peak) — 1.8 km on foot · ↑ 251 m · about 1 h 42 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area east of the peak (about 3.4 km to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Craig Fach in Conquer?
Yes — Craig Fach is one of 17,154 peaks in United Kingdom in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Craig Fach in the app
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