Wales
Cefn Brith Uchaf
522M
1713FT
About Cefn Brith Uchaf
Rising above the Dyfi Valley in the southern reaches of the Arans, this grassy upland offers a quieter perspective on the range. While overshadowed by its higher neighbours, the walk provides clear views across to the rugged profiles of Cadair Idris and the Maesglase ridge, away from the busier main summits.
Key Statistics
Rank
293rd Highest in Wales
Parent Range
Snowdonia
Prominence
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21m
Nearest Town
Gwynedd
Geology
The ground beneath you is built from the Penstrowed Grits, a sturdy mix of sandstone and mudstone that forms this rugged landscape.
Classifications
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Latitude
52.7318°N
Longitude
3.5964°W
Did You Know?
- •The name translates from Welsh as the 'upper speckled ridge', likely referring to the mottled appearance of the hillside where rocky outcrops and heather break through the surrounding grass.
- •It forms part of the long ridge system descending south from Aran Fawddwy, overlooking the pass of Bwlch Oerddrws which marks the divide between the Arans and the Cadair Idris group.
- •The summit offers a specific vantage point for viewing the 'Turtles'—the distinctive rocky features—on the neighbouring slopes of Maesglase to the south.
- •Lacking any major peak classification or a formal path to the top, the hill serves as a reliable litmus test for your gaiters’ ability to withstand Welsh peat.