Description
CriPor2 is an interesting and varied route. For most of the time the route follows the Wales Coast Path which is generally well signed. There is some inevitable town walking and navigation at the start and end of the route. Some paths may have puddles and may be muddy when wet. Much of the route follows the high water line around Black Rock Sands with the likely need to cross a shallow stream stream or two. At the eastern end of the bay the path crosses a fairly steep rocky outcrop before weaving around the higher ground. Here (in November 2023) the Coast Path, as signed on the ground, was not as marked on the OS map. The area is criss-crossed with some minor paths and animal tracks and so some care is need with navigation. Generally the way with stone or wood steps is the way to go. (Don't be put off as the route is well worth the effort.) Due to the soft sand, rock outcrops and flights of steps the route is not suitable for wheel chair users and cyclists would need to carry their bikes over some fairly difficult ground
CriPor2 is an interesting and varied route. For most of the time the route follows the Wales Coast Path which is generally well signed. There is some inevitable town walking and navigation at the start and end of the route. Some paths may have puddles and may be muddy when wet. Much of the route follows the high water line around Black Rock Sands with the likely need to cross a shallow stream stream or two. At the eastern end of the bay the path crosses a fairly steep rocky outcrop before weaving around the higher ground. Here (in November 2023) the Coast Path, as signed on the ground, was not as marked on the OS map. The area is criss-crossed with some minor paths and animal tracks and so some care is need with navigation. Generally the way with stone or wood steps is the way to go. (Don't be put off as the route is well worth the effort.) Due to the soft sand, rock outcrops and flights of steps the route is not suitable for wheel chair users and cyclists would need to carry their bikes over some fairly difficult ground
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Reviews - 3
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Is this route good enough? - Yes (3)
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Geography information system (GIS) data
Total length
Maximum elevation
Minimum elevation
Start and end points
Criccieth
Grid Ref
SH4967538022
Lat / Lon
52.91854° / -4.23730°
Easting / Northing
249,675E / 338,022N
What3Words
dishes.hubcaps.composers
Porthmadog
Grid Ref
SH5694738587
Lat / Lon
52.92560° / -4.12947°
Easting / Northing
256,947E / 338,587N
What3Words
political.boxer.handsets
Criccieth | |
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Grid Ref | SH4967538022 |
Lat / Lon | 52.91854° / -4.23730° |
Easting / Northing | 249,675E / 338,022N |
What3Words | dishes.hubcaps.composers |
Porthmadog | |
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Grid Ref | SH5694738587 |
Lat / Lon | 52.92560° / -4.12947° |
Easting / Northing | 256,947E / 338,587N |
What3Words | political.boxer.handsets |
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reviews
Neil Ward
26 Aug 2024This is the correct Porthmadog to Criccieth route following the Coastal Path.
Eddie Jones
22 Aug 2024Fantastic route. Clear coast path at all points. Mixed terrain with coastal heathland near Criccieth, long sandy beach of Black Rock Sands, secluded bays near Morfa Bychan, quaint harbour of Borth-y-Gest, and the bustle of Porthmadog harbourside. Plenty of facilities including cafes and toilets both enroute and at the finish. Good transport links from Criccieth and Porthmadog.
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Mgabgt
08 Nov 2023The route is very much as described. We walked the route on a fairly dull day in November. It was interesting and enjoyable, with some spectacular views. It is fairly level most of the way, although there are a few short climbs, and the going is generally good. The flat walk along Black Rock Sands allows the pleasure of enjoying the scenery without having to worry about where you are stepping.
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