Nant Gwynant

Yesterday's hunch was spot-on: We started today's hike along the same path, then kept on walking in the Nant Gwynant valley on our way to the Watkin Path (which we would not be taking to the summit of Snowdon).

We stopped at a café about three miles into the hike, happy for a warm break. Brightly-colored colanders were a key part of the overhead light fixtures!

Our route took us through the protected farmland of Hafod y Llan,

past waterfalls,

along narrow, rocky paths,

over stone walls,

streams,

and through fields of bracken.

With on-and-off drizzle, I wore my rain gear all day. If I'd peeled off my outer layer of water-resistant pants, I knew I'd struggle to pull them back on (and stay dry in the process). My all-black attire inspired our guide to capture a photo of me being tailed by some local cattle. Who doesn't appreciate a clear trail?!

With enough ibuprofen, I completed the last real hike of our trip: nearly 8 miles with 1,020 feet of elevation gain. Tomorrow our merry little band will disband.