Craig Portas [Mynydd Dolgoed]

Tucked away in the quieter eastern folds of the Cadair Idris range, this broad, grassy Tump offers a rugged sense of solitude. Overlooking the pass of Bwlch Siglen, its steep slopes provide a challenging ascent for those traversing the high ridge toward the dramatic, broken cliffs of neighboring Maesglase.

• •The Welsh name Mynydd Dolgoed translates as 'Mountain of the Meadow of Trees,' likely referring to the historically wooded valley of the Afon Dulas that sits directly below its southern slopes.
• •This summit is a key waypoint on the 'Dyfi Hills' traverse, a long, undulating ridge walk that connects the pass at Bwlch Oerddrws to the heights of Waun-oer and the impressive glacial cwm of Maesglase.
• •The summit offers an exceptional perspective of the Cadair Idris massif to the west, clearly showing the sharp profile of the Minffordd Path as it climbs toward Craig Cwm Amarch.
• •In a region defined by the dramatic volcanic rock of the main Cadair peaks, Craig Portas is a reminder that in Mid-Wales, the word 'Craig' (crag) can often be a local euphemism for a very steep, very slippery slope of long grass.