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• Take the path signed for the RSPB centre, past Ellin's Tower, then climb along the path back to the road and follow it to its end.

• Here, a detour to visit South Stack Lighthouse is recommended, then climb right on a path passing a concrete shelter.

• This path turns right to go around the aerials and dishes.

• Continue to follow the path as it works its way over the north shoulder of Holyhead Mountain.

• Ignore the paths to the summit, and keep left on a good path heading north towards North Stack.

• After passing through a grassy walled enclosure the path descends in a zig-zag mannor down some steep slopes before coming to a rocky platform, where the Fog Signal Station and the island of North Stack come into full view.

• Retrace your steps back up the zig-zags and towards Holyhead Mountain.

• Head towards the summit path and take a narrow path heading sharp left across the heath.

• The trek to the top of the mountain is an easy one.

• Once at the summit, bear right as the path comes to a wall. Follow the path downhill towards rough pastureland.

• Go down a grassy walled track before turning right along another one. This becomes a rough path through more heathland, now on the south-side of Holyhead Mountain.

• Near to the disused quarry, head right alongside the rocks of the Holyhead Mountain.

• Those aerials and dishes can be seen again in front. Follow the path towards them, and as the path leads between them, the road is front.

• Turn left along the road to the car park.

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Distance 4.5 miles (7.2km)

Minimum time 2 1/2 hours

Ascent/gradient 886ft (270m)

Grade/Paths Medium - Well-maintained paths and tracks

OS Map Explorer OL262 (Grid SH 210818)

Dogs? Dogs on lead at all times

Parking RSPB car park

Public Transport By Bus - 22 from Holyhead, Summer Hill

Toilets/Refreshments Just up road from car park

South Stack Lighthouse Visitor Centre
The excellent visitor's centre is well worth a stop on this walk


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