About this road
The A4086 through Snowdonia between the Snowdon massif and the Glyderau, summiting at Pen-y-Pass, the trailhead used by the 1953 British Everest expedition to train and still the starting point for several routes up Snowdon.
Ride notes
- Narrow, popular walking trailhead, very busy car park at Pen-y-Pass
- Rockfall possible
- Can close in snow
Green lanes near this road
We don't have any green lanes recorded within 5 km of this road apart from 12 unnamed sections, which you can see on the Holloway map.
*Based on each lane's recorded designation. Legal status changes, so check each lane's current status on the Holloway map and the signs before you ride.
Fuel along the way
- London Garage0.0 km in
- Modurdy'r Wyddfa3.3 km in
Distances are measured from the Cwm-y-glo end. Stations can close or keep short hours, especially in remote areas.
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More scenic roads nearby
- A498 Beddgelert to Pen-y-Gwryd5 km away
- A4085 Beddgelert to Caernarfon8 km away
- A5 Betws-y-Coed to Capel Curig13 km away
An ordinary public road: follow the signs, speed limits and any temporary closures. Road and weather conditions change, especially on high and remote roads.