Mynydd Cilfach-yr-encil
Mountain in Wales
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The hike up Mynydd Cilfach-yr-encil
The route starts at Trevithick Tunnel 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 Mynydd Cilfach-yr-encil?
Mynydd Cilfach-yr-encil is 446 m above sea level and lies in Wales. Its prominence is 85 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mynydd Cilfach-yr-encil?
From Trevithick Tunnel Car Park it is about 5.6 km one way with 312 m of ascent. Expect around 3 h 46 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mynydd Cilfach-yr-encil?
The nearest parking is Trevithick Tunnel Car Park (northwest of the peak) — 5.6 km on foot · ↑ 312 m · about 3 h 46 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area west of the peak (about 6.1 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 Mynydd Cilfach-yr-encil in Conquer?
Yes — Mynydd Cilfach-yr-encil 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 Mynydd Cilfach-yr-encil in the app
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