Foel
Mountain in Wales
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The hike up Foel
The route starts at Penyffordd Car Park — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Foel?
Foel is 258 m above sea level and lies in Wales. Its prominence is 33 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Foel?
From Penyffordd Car Park it is about 4.4 km one way with 120 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 51 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Foel?
The nearest parking is Penyffordd Car Park (northeast of the peak) — 4.4 km on foot · ↑ 120 m · about 2 h 51 min round trip. Alternative: Hendre Car Park (northeast of the peak) (about 6.4 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 Foel in Conquer?
Yes — Foel 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 Foel in the app
Check in on the summit and earn points. Collect peaks across United Kingdom, build streaks and level up together with your friends.
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