Two steep climbs; 30 metres over 0.1 km and 180 metres over 1 km. There are also two steep downhill sections, one with boggy area. This walk should take around 3 hours.

Four climbs: a short steep 25 metres over 100 metres, 180 metres over 1.5 km, 50 and 100 metres over 1 km. Two streams have to be crossed on this route. This walk should take around 4 hours.

This walk takes you to the highest point on the Elan Estate at 641 metres (2104 feet). There are two climbs - 280 metres over 3 km and 60 metres over 0.5 km. There is a lot of rough and wet ground, and great care is needed when crossing Nant Paradwys, especially in winter. This walk should take around 5 hours.