Updated by the Crib Goch Outdoor team Dec 2025 — based on real UK mountain experience Climb Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) once, and you’ll quickly understand why it’s one of the most popular hikes in the UK. At 1,085m, it attracts everyone from first-time hillwalkers to seasoned scramblers — but before you set off, one question usually comes up: Do you really need hiking boots to climb Snowdon? Short answer: No, they’re not mandatory.Better answer: Yes,…