The Snowdonia National Park Authority has asked hikers to use the toilet facilities at the bottom of Snowdon after receiving reports of human faeces along the popular paths. It follows a guide reportedly catching a man defecating on the railway line on the mountain.
Hikers caught short have reportedly defecated in paper cups or along the path, then hidden the evidence under stones, leaving other climbers to watch their step. Snowdonia National Park's engagement officer, Helen Pye, spoke to BBC Wales about the issue.
She explained that there was no need to add more toilets along the path, but instead, hikers should prepare more effectively before setting off along the walk. She also rejected claims that the toilets were closed.
