If you’re looking for a quieter day out in Eryri (Snowdonia), this secluded walk is a fantastic choice. The start point is reached via narrow country lanes, and once you arrive it truly feels like you’re in the middle of nowhere — no phone signal, just peaceful surroundings and a few scattered ruins in the distance.

Waymarked footpaths and faint trails guide the way, but regular navigation checks are recommended, especially when the heather is in full bloom and can obscure the track. From the start, the path skirts around the left of the lake before leading you past the fascinating ruins of the Prince of Wales slate quarry. These remains are well worth exploring, and you could easily spend extra time wandering through them.

The first section of the walk is overgrown in summer with heather, thistles, ferns, and long grass. It’s worth being mindful of ticks, especially if wearing shorts. The ground can be boggy in places, so this route is best enjoyed after a dry spell.

From the quarry, the route bends right and then loops back on itself to begin the ascent onto the Hebog ridge. The climb is steady with a clear, well-defined path and no technical sections or exposed ridge lines.

You’ll first reach the summit of Moel Lefn, followed by Moel yr Ogof, where the views open up beautifully across to Moel Hebog and the dramatic Nantlle Ridge. After soaking in the scenery, simply retrace your steps along the ridge back to the start.

This is a rewarding walk if you enjoy quieter trails, fascinating history, and sweeping mountain views without the crowds.