Welsh 3000 Challenge (14 Peaks)
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Event Overview
The Welsh 3000 Challenge involves climbing all mountains in Snowdonia over 3000 feet in a continuous journey. Participants typically traverse 14 named peaks, though the route may include a 15th. The total distance is approximately 50 km with around 4000 m of height gain.
Route Details
The journey covers several mountain ranges in Snowdonia. The route starts by summiting Snowdon, the highest mountain in Wales and England. It includes the knife-edged ridge of Crib Goch, the Glyders, Tryfan, and the Carneddau range. The event passes over peaks such as Crib y Ddysgl, Elidir Fawr, Y Garn, Glyder Fawr, Glyder Fach, Pen yr Ole Wen, Carnedd Dafydd, Yr Elen, Carnedd Llewelyn, Foel Grach, Garnedd Uchaf (Carnedd Gwenllian), and Foel-fras.
Event Format
The challenge is offered as a guided event. Two main pace options are available: a run-focused option, moving at a steady jog on easier sections, and a walk-focused option. The event can be attempted in two timeframes:
- A 20-hour single-day challenge.
- A two-day challenge.
The route includes sections of exposed scrambling, most notably on Crib Goch. This section will only be undertaken in suitable weather, and an alternative route is available.
Support and Logistics
Guiding is provided with a low participant-to-leader ratio, typically 1:4. All guides are qualified Mountain Leaders, Mountaineering Instructors, or experienced ultramarathon runners. Food and drink are provided at three road-crossing checkpoints. A support team follows the event, and transport back to the start is included. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
