Hill data: The Database of British and Irish Hills v18.6 (CC BY 4.0)Height962 m3,156 ft
Grid RefSH 67389 65118
OS MapOL17OS Explorer
AreaThe Carneddau
Just over a kilometre from Carnedd Llewelyn, Yr Elen sits on a short ridge running north-north-west off the main Carneddau ridge, and is usually climbed from there. At 962 m it is the ninth-highest mountain in Snowdonia, its top a rock outcrop, and on a clear day the views run north-west to Bangor and Anglesey. The origin of the name is unclear: it may come from Helen or Eleanor, or from 'gelen', the Welsh for leech.
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Our Route
Distance11.4 mi18.4 km
Ascent1,060 m3,480 ft
Time6h 20mwalking
Start & FinishSH 6321 6640Circular route, back to the same spot
DirectionsAlso on this route: Carnedd Llewelyn, Foel Grach, Garnedd Uchaf, Drosgl
Safety: Routes are a guide only. Carry a map and compass and know how to use them, check the weather before you go, and turn back if in doubt. You use this route at your own risk.
