Mynydd-y-glog
Geology
The hill is composed of a layer cake of rocks laid down during the Carboniferous period. Lowermost, and exposed along its shallow northern scarp, are Carboniferous Limestones whilst above these is the coarse Twrch Sandstone (formerly the 'Basal Grit') of the Marros Group (former 'Millstone Grit Series') also dating from the Carboniferous period. A number of northwest to southeast aligned faults runs across the hill. The limestone gives rise to karstic scenery including numerous shakeholes. These occur on the gritstone area as well as the limestone.
Archaeology
A number of ancient cairns are scattered about the slopes of Mynydd-y-glog.
Access
The hill is designated as open access and is freely available to walkers. A public footpath runs south-eastwards from the Cwm Cadlan road near Wernlas giving access from that direction. The hill can also be gained from the west via the former railway line at Penderyn and via the Natural Resources Wales's woodlands at Penmoelallt to the east.