Cripiau South Top

Rising above the Nantgwynant valley, this rugged Welsh top offers a quieter perspective on the Moelwynion range. Its terrain is a mix of heathery outcrops and rock, providing a sense of seclusion despite its proximity to popular paths. It serves as a satisfying extension to a traverse of the main Cripiau ridge.

• •The name Cripiau is a plural form derived from the Welsh word 'crib' or 'crip', meaning a crest or ridge, which accurately describes the jagged, rocky character of this undulating upland.
• •From this summit, you earn an exceptional view looking directly down into Llyn Dinas, with the steep southern slopes of Yr Aran and the Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) massif dominating the western horizon.
• •The approach from the valley floor passes through the remains of the Glan-y-Llyn quarry, where old stone workings and spoil heaps offer a glimpse into the 19th-century slate industry that shaped this landscape.
• •While its classification as a Tump suggests a minor bump, the steep crags on the eastern flank give the hill a much more formidable feel than its modest 524-metre height would imply.