Moel y Gest
| Moel-y-Gest | |
|---|---|
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 263 m (863 ft) |
| Prominence | 236 m (774 ft) |
| Listing | Marilyn |
| Coordinates | 52°55′41″N 4°09′34″W / 52.9280°N 4.1595°WCoordinates: 52°55′41″N 4°09′34″W / 52.9280°N 4.1595°W |
| Geography | |
| Location | Snowdonia |
| OS grid | SH549388 |
| Topo map | Ordnance Survey Explorer 18 |
Moel y Gest is a 263-metre (863 foot) hill above Porthmadog in North Wales. It is a very rocky hill with high Topographical prominence and qualifies as a Marilyn. The views from the top are far ranging and include the Llyn Peninsula, the Rhinogydd, Moelwynion, Moel Hebog, and Snowdon.
Also at the summit is an Iron age hillfort.
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