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Continuing to your right, the path climbs the Llechog ridge through a harsh landscape, one that is very exposed to the prevailing wind. The landscape is dominated by frost-shattered rocks, and what little vegetation that is found here is low growing and stunted. Soon, you reach a wall meeting you on the right, from beside which there is a superb view into Cwm Clogwyn, housing three tiny lakes, Llyn Nadroedd (Lake of the Snakes), Llyn Coch (Red Lake) and Llyn Glas (Blue Lake). This wild and lovely cwm is typical of those gouged by glacial action during the last Ice Age.

Looking along the Allt Maenderyn ridge

Continue along the ridge. In winter conditions, this final section to the summit is for experienced and properly equipped mountaineers only. After passing an impressive scree slope on your left, you come to the beginning of Bwlch Main, also known as the ‘Saddle’. From here you can look across Cwm Tregalan to the Watkin Path on the right, and into Cwm Clogwyn to your left.

Bwlch Main is a narrow col, and is extremely exposed to the wind. It is safe, in reasonable conditions, provided you keep to the path.