Pen y Castell
Mountain in Wales · 169 m
The hike up Pen y Castell
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Pen y Castell?
Pen y Castell is 169 m above sea level and lies in Wales. Its prominence is 31 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Pen y Castell?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 0.6 km one way with 44 m of ascent. Expect around 20 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Pen y Castell?
The nearest parking is the parking area east of the peak — 0.6 km on foot · ↑ 44 m · about 20 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southeast of the peak (about 5.6 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 y Castell in Conquer?
Yes — Pen y Castell 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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