Sugar Loaf [Y Fal]
Mountain in Wales · 596 m
The hike up Sugar Loaf [Y Fal]
The route starts at Mynydd Llanwenarth roadside rest — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Sugar Loaf [Y Fal]?
Sugar Loaf [Y Fal] is 596 m above sea level and lies in Wales. Its prominence is 411 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Sugar Loaf [Y Fal]?
From Mynydd Llanwenarth roadside rest it is about 2.3 km one way with 333 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 48 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Sugar Loaf [Y Fal]?
The nearest parking is Mynydd Llanwenarth roadside rest (south of the peak) — 2.3 km on foot · ↑ 333 m · about 1 h 48 min round trip. Alternative: Bettws car park (northeast of the peak) (about 2.9 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 Sugar Loaf [Y Fal] in Conquer?
Yes — Sugar Loaf [Y Fal] 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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