Craig y Rhaeadr

Here are several photographs displaying the formation of the cascade icefalls on Craig y Rhaeadr (located in Snowdonia National Park).

Cascade Icefalls, Craig y Rhaeadr

Despite having a low altitude, the cascade icefalls of Craig y Rhaeadr can sometimes transform into ideal ice-climbing conditions.

 Cascade Icefall, Craig y Rhaeadr
Credit: Andrew McQue

When in the ideal condition, the cascade icefalls of Craig y Rhaeadr offer ice-climbing in the higher grades (from IV to VI).

Cascade Icefalls, Craig y Rhaeadr
Credit: Andrew McQue