Gaer Fawr
Mountain in Wales
The hike up Gaer Fawr
The route starts at Black Covert Picnic site — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Gaer Fawr?
Gaer Fawr is 282 m above sea level and lies in Wales. Its prominence is 94 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Gaer Fawr?
From Black Covert Picnic site it is about 3.0 km one way with 231 m of ascent. Expect around 2 h 12 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Gaer Fawr?
The nearest parking is Black Covert Picnic site (northeast of the peak) — 3.0 km on foot · ↑ 231 m · about 2 h 12 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area east of the peak (about 4.4 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 Gaer Fawr in Conquer?
Yes — Gaer Fawr 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 Gaer Fawr in the app
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