Y Gysgfa
Mountain in Wales
The hike up Y Gysgfa
The route starts at Plas Tan y Bwlch — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Y Gysgfa?
Y Gysgfa is 234 m above sea level and lies in Wales. Its prominence is 79 m — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Y Gysgfa?
From Plas Tan y Bwlch it is about 1.7 km one way with 202 m of ascent. Expect around 1 h 30 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Y Gysgfa?
The nearest parking is Plas Tan y Bwlch (southeast of the peak) — 1.7 km on foot · ↑ 202 m · about 1 h 30 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 1.8 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 Y Gysgfa in Conquer?
Yes — Y Gysgfa 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 Y Gysgfa in the app
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