Pen Pwll Melyn
Mountain in Wales
The hike up Pen Pwll Melyn
The route starts at Parc y Shwt — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Pen Pwll Melyn?
Pen Pwll Melyn is 144 m above sea level and lies in Wales. Its prominence is 74 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Pen Pwll Melyn?
From Parc y Shwt it is about 1.6 km one way with 79 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 3 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Pen Pwll Melyn?
The nearest parking is Parc y Shwt (north of the peak) — 1.6 km on foot · ↑ 79 m · about 1 h 3 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southwest of the peak (about 2.3 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 Pen Pwll Melyn in Conquer?
Yes — Pen Pwll Melyn 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.
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