The A542 road from Llandegla to Llangollen runs through the pass, reaching a maximum height of 417 metres (1,368 ft).

The road travels in a horseshoe shape around the sides of a valley, giving the pass its English name.

In 2022, a proposal for a 40 mph speed limit on the Horseshoe Pass was approved after a lengthy campaign by Llangollen's county councillors.

The Pass is well known for the Ponderosa cafe at its highest point and the scenic views along the road.

The area was devastated by wildfires in 2018 which broke out 19 July, and continued until 25 September, damaging 715 acres of land.