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Dog-friendly caravan parks near Caernarfon
96% (769) • 591 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Caernarfon
Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp
1. Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp
94%
(422)
14km from Caernarfon · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, sustainable farm site with epic sea views, set in the foothills of Snowdonia.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Pengraig Fydlyn
2. Pengraig Fydlyn
98%
(32)
34km from Caernarfon · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Located in a very rural area in North West Anglesey.
Set in farmland we have sea views and are close to the coastal path.
Our site has basic facilities, toilets, wash basin, washing up sink, disposal point and recycling.
We don't have electricity or showers.
Mobile signal is very poor on site but you can get signal a short walk up the road
We aim to provide our guests with a peaceful stay away from the hustle and bustle of life.
Campfires
Potable water
Bolmynydd Camping Park
3. Bolmynydd Camping Park
94%
(43)
35km from Caernarfon · 41 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A dog-friendly campsite on the Llŷn Peninsula with sea and mountain views
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes
4. Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes
98%
(275)
50km from Caernarfon · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Succumb to the tranquil hills of Graig Wen. Smart, sustainable and quite simply, lush.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Mynydd Mawr
5. Mynydd Mawr
97%
(288)
51km from Caernarfon · 38 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Total peace and quiet at the very tip of the Llyn Peninsula
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Bwch Yn Uchaf
6. Bwch Yn Uchaf
98%
(161)
51km from Caernarfon · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Narrow-gauge steam railway station, countryside views, gorgeous riverside setting. What's not to love?!
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse
7. Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse
90%
(141)
51km from Caernarfon · 75 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Campfires, mountain views and ample grassy space in the heart of Snowdonia National Park
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Maes Heddwch/Peaceful Field
8. Maes Heddwch/Peaceful Field
100%
(28)
59km from Caernarfon · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A shepherd’s hut on a smallholding in rural north Wales
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Gwerniago Camping Site
9. Gwerniago Camping Site
96%
(70)
66km from Caernarfon · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Leave it to your kids’ imagination when it comes to this site. Rocky outcrops and magical valleys. It’s a proper fairytale of a site.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Eden's Nook
10. Eden's Nook
100%
(40)
71km from Caernarfon · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
The most welcoming camping park in the heart of the Welsh Countryside.
Forest View is situated 9 miles from the Town of Llanfyllin and 3 miles from Lake Vyrnwy.
We are nestled next to the Dyfnant Forest and offer superb views and access to the Welsh countryside
Eden's Kitchen Serves Breakfast 8am to 11am
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Gwersyllt Rhos y Gallt Campsite
11. Gwersyllt Rhos y Gallt Campsite
94%
(56)
75km from Caernarfon · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Guests to Rhos y Gallt describe the campsite as a little gem of a site - small, quite and tranquil with wonderful sunsets. The site can accommodate up to 5 caravans and 10 tents situated on a level 2 acre site within the beautiful rolling hills of Montgomeryshire in Mid Wales.
There are hard standing pitches with electric hook-up as well as grass pitches with and without electric hook-up. There is also a field bordering a river which is used for wild camping - but you'll have to share it with the sheep!
The toilet block has a family wet room with shower, toilet, wash hand basin and baby changing unit, a separate toilet, shower and kitchen area with freezer.
The site borders a river meadow where visitors can wonder down and take a walk down with the river bank, relax by the water edge, throw a few skimmers, do a spot of fishing or even go wild water swimming (at your own risk!).
Well behaved dogs are welcome (maximum 2 per unit).
We were delighted to receive a nomination for The Camping and Caravanning Club Best Hideaway Site in 2021 and grateful to our wonderful guests for the nomination.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
12. Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
100%
(16)
77km from Caernarfon · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
An eco-friendly campsite with a shepherd’s hut near the Ceredigion coast
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Nantcellan Barns
13. Nantcellan Barns
91%
(27)
79km from Caernarfon · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple farm camping near Clarach Beach on the beautiful Ceredigion coast
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Wild conTENTment
14. Wild conTENTment
99%
(65)
89km from Caernarfon · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Wild-ish but family-friendly camping and glamping on a canalside farm on the English-Welsh border
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Ffynnonwen Farm Wild Camping
15. Ffynnonwen Farm Wild Camping
91%
(17)
97km from Caernarfon · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Nearly wild camping on a smallholding in West Wales
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Ffynnonwen Off-Grid Camping
16. Ffynnonwen Off-Grid Camping
100%
(14)
109km from Caernarfon · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Ffynnonwen is the perfect spot to reconnect with nature and nourish your soul. We're a quiet site with dark skies and campfires, so you can relax in peace and tranquillity whilst watching the butterflies or stargazing at night.
We're a tiny camping and glamping site with just 5 camping pitches, a traditional Mongolian Yurt and 2 bell tents. Our pitches are all surrounded by flowering grasses and wild flowers and each have their own sunken fire pit. You can explore the winding paths where you might happen upon a hammock for an afternoon snooze or even some fairies (if you tiptoe!)...
We have compost toilets, a shower with unlimited hot water and a shared fridge and freezer. The camping area is car free after set up.
We're just 3 miles from the beautiful Ceredigion beaches and some great walks along the Wales Coastal path.
We can't wait to share our little corner of Wales with you!
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Marbury Camp and Lodge
17. Marbury Camp and Lodge
97%
(15)
110km from Caernarfon · 23 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small, simple family run camping and glamping site on the Cheshire / Shropshire border with local market towns a stones throw away. Around an hour away from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester and Birmingham, but most definitely far enough away for a break from city life. Great pubs within 30 mins walking distance and close to Cycle Routes, Walking Routes, Farm Shop Cafes, Markets, Supermarkets, a Gin Distillery (open to the public), three wedding venues, a kids tree top adventure amusement park, just to name a few. If camping isn’t for you, book one of our 4 glamping pods complete with central heating, a shower/WC, TV and cooking facilities. Small licensed shop on site.
For the best rates, call 01948 502250. Hollyhurst Road, Marbury, SY13 4LY
Electricity is 5 Euros per night.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Stretton House Campsite
18. Stretton House Campsite
90%
(15)
115km from Caernarfon · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes
If you like the sound of having farm shops and ice cream farms nearby, as well as access to lots of walking and cycling trails, Stretton House Campsite should be a fine pick for you. It has a strict no noise policy after 10pm, meaning that you should get a peaceful night's sleep too.
This site is in the grounds of the 400-year-old Stretton House surrounded by the Cheshire countryside with handy transport links nearby and outdoor activities in no short supply… that includes things like alpaca walking, golf or Manley Mere’s watersports haven (a 20-minute drive away for the latter).
You’ll have your pick of two fields, both with car parking by the pitch free of charge and dogs allowed. The facilities include separate male and female toilet blocks, pay per use shower block, mobile phone charging facilities, free wifi and chemical toilet disposal and a drinking water standpipe. You’ll have permission to start up a barbecue or firepit too (subject to the correct safety measures).
When you’re ready to get going, the friendly owners will be willing to help out however they can and suggest possible days out, which may include fishing or walking at Pickmere Lake (10 minutes’ drive), visiting an ice cream farm (within 10 minutes’ drive of the site) or going to the local golf course (five minutes’ drive).
For food, there’s a farm shop just two minutes’ walk away from the site where you’ll be able to get your hands on local produce. Pubs aren’t far away either – there is one pub five minutes' walk away, and another 15 minutes' walk away.
Festival goers are very welcome, and the Creamfields Festival site is five minutes’ drive away. Please respect the quiet hours (no noise is permitted after 10pm) and environment, as the owners' home is on the grounds (and stick to the field's facilities only).
No waste accepted onsite. All rubbish must be taken home at the end of your stay.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Camp at Nantgwynfaen Organic Farm
19. Camp at Nantgwynfaen Organic Farm
100%
(12)
119km from Caernarfon · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Five private camping pitches on an organic farm in the Teifi Valley
Campfires
Showers
Water hookup
Panpwnton Campsite
20. Panpwnton Campsite
99%
(169)
120km from Caernarfon · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A riverside campsite on Offa’s Dyke Path near Knighton
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
96% (769) • 591 campsites
Top-rated campgrounds near Caernarfon
Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp
1. Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp
94%
(422)
14km from Caernarfon · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, sustainable farm site with epic sea views, set in the foothills of Snowdonia.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Pengraig Fydlyn
2. Pengraig Fydlyn
98%
(32)
34km from Caernarfon · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Located in a very rural area in North West Anglesey.
Set in farmland we have sea views and are close to the coastal path.
Our site has basic facilities, toilets, wash basin, washing up sink, disposal point and recycling.
We don't have electricity or showers.
Mobile signal is very poor on site but you can get signal a short walk up the road
We aim to provide our guests with a peaceful stay away from the hustle and bustle of life.
Campfires
Potable water
Bolmynydd Camping Park
3. Bolmynydd Camping Park
94%
(43)
35km from Caernarfon · 41 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A dog-friendly campsite on the Llŷn Peninsula with sea and mountain views
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes
4. Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes
98%
(275)
50km from Caernarfon · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Succumb to the tranquil hills of Graig Wen. Smart, sustainable and quite simply, lush.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Mynydd Mawr
5. Mynydd Mawr
97%
(288)
51km from Caernarfon · 38 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Total peace and quiet at the very tip of the Llyn Peninsula
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Bwch Yn Uchaf
6. Bwch Yn Uchaf
98%
(161)
51km from Caernarfon · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Narrow-gauge steam railway station, countryside views, gorgeous riverside setting. What's not to love?!
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse
7. Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse
90%
(141)
51km from Caernarfon · 75 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Campfires, mountain views and ample grassy space in the heart of Snowdonia National Park
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Maes Heddwch/Peaceful Field
8. Maes Heddwch/Peaceful Field
100%
(28)
59km from Caernarfon · 2 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
A shepherd’s hut on a smallholding in rural north Wales
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Gwerniago Camping Site
9. Gwerniago Camping Site
96%
(70)
66km from Caernarfon · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Leave it to your kids’ imagination when it comes to this site. Rocky outcrops and magical valleys. It’s a proper fairytale of a site.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Eden's Nook
10. Eden's Nook
100%
(40)
71km from Caernarfon · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
The most welcoming camping park in the heart of the Welsh Countryside.
Forest View is situated 9 miles from the Town of Llanfyllin and 3 miles from Lake Vyrnwy.
We are nestled next to the Dyfnant Forest and offer superb views and access to the Welsh countryside
Eden's Kitchen Serves Breakfast 8am to 11am
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Gwersyllt Rhos y Gallt Campsite
11. Gwersyllt Rhos y Gallt Campsite
94%
(56)
75km from Caernarfon · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Guests to Rhos y Gallt describe the campsite as a little gem of a site - small, quite and tranquil with wonderful sunsets. The site can accommodate up to 5 caravans and 10 tents situated on a level 2 acre site within the beautiful rolling hills of Montgomeryshire in Mid Wales.
There are hard standing pitches with electric hook-up as well as grass pitches with and without electric hook-up. There is also a field bordering a river which is used for wild camping - but you'll have to share it with the sheep!
The toilet block has a family wet room with shower, toilet, wash hand basin and baby changing unit, a separate toilet, shower and kitchen area with freezer.
The site borders a river meadow where visitors can wonder down and take a walk down with the river bank, relax by the water edge, throw a few skimmers, do a spot of fishing or even go wild water swimming (at your own risk!).
Well behaved dogs are welcome (maximum 2 per unit).
We were delighted to receive a nomination for The Camping and Caravanning Club Best Hideaway Site in 2021 and grateful to our wonderful guests for the nomination.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
12. Ffosygrafel Isaf Camping
100%
(16)
77km from Caernarfon · 13 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
An eco-friendly campsite with a shepherd’s hut near the Ceredigion coast
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Nantcellan Barns
13. Nantcellan Barns
91%
(27)
79km from Caernarfon · 17 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Simple farm camping near Clarach Beach on the beautiful Ceredigion coast
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Wild conTENTment
14. Wild conTENTment
99%
(65)
89km from Caernarfon · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Wild-ish but family-friendly camping and glamping on a canalside farm on the English-Welsh border
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Ffynnonwen Farm Wild Camping
15. Ffynnonwen Farm Wild Camping
91%
(17)
97km from Caernarfon · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Nearly wild camping on a smallholding in West Wales
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Ffynnonwen Off-Grid Camping
16. Ffynnonwen Off-Grid Camping
100%
(14)
109km from Caernarfon · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Ffynnonwen is the perfect spot to reconnect with nature and nourish your soul. We're a quiet site with dark skies and campfires, so you can relax in peace and tranquillity whilst watching the butterflies or stargazing at night.
We're a tiny camping and glamping site with just 5 camping pitches, a traditional Mongolian Yurt and 2 bell tents. Our pitches are all surrounded by flowering grasses and wild flowers and each have their own sunken fire pit. You can explore the winding paths where you might happen upon a hammock for an afternoon snooze or even some fairies (if you tiptoe!)...
We have compost toilets, a shower with unlimited hot water and a shared fridge and freezer. The camping area is car free after set up.
We're just 3 miles from the beautiful Ceredigion beaches and some great walks along the Wales Coastal path.
We can't wait to share our little corner of Wales with you!
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Marbury Camp and Lodge
17. Marbury Camp and Lodge
97%
(15)
110km from Caernarfon · 23 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Small, simple family run camping and glamping site on the Cheshire / Shropshire border with local market towns a stones throw away. Around an hour away from Manchester, Liverpool, Chester and Birmingham, but most definitely far enough away for a break from city life. Great pubs within 30 mins walking distance and close to Cycle Routes, Walking Routes, Farm Shop Cafes, Markets, Supermarkets, a Gin Distillery (open to the public), three wedding venues, a kids tree top adventure amusement park, just to name a few. If camping isn’t for you, book one of our 4 glamping pods complete with central heating, a shower/WC, TV and cooking facilities. Small licensed shop on site.
For the best rates, call 01948 502250. Hollyhurst Road, Marbury, SY13 4LY
Electricity is 5 Euros per night.
Electrical hookup
Campfires
Showers
Stretton House Campsite
18. Stretton House Campsite
90%
(15)
115km from Caernarfon · 40 units · Tents, Motorhomes
If you like the sound of having farm shops and ice cream farms nearby, as well as access to lots of walking and cycling trails, Stretton House Campsite should be a fine pick for you. It has a strict no noise policy after 10pm, meaning that you should get a peaceful night's sleep too.
This site is in the grounds of the 400-year-old Stretton House surrounded by the Cheshire countryside with handy transport links nearby and outdoor activities in no short supply… that includes things like alpaca walking, golf or Manley Mere’s watersports haven (a 20-minute drive away for the latter).
You’ll have your pick of two fields, both with car parking by the pitch free of charge and dogs allowed. The facilities include separate male and female toilet blocks, pay per use shower block, mobile phone charging facilities, free wifi and chemical toilet disposal and a drinking water standpipe. You’ll have permission to start up a barbecue or firepit too (subject to the correct safety measures).
When you’re ready to get going, the friendly owners will be willing to help out however they can and suggest possible days out, which may include fishing or walking at Pickmere Lake (10 minutes’ drive), visiting an ice cream farm (within 10 minutes’ drive of the site) or going to the local golf course (five minutes’ drive).
For food, there’s a farm shop just two minutes’ walk away from the site where you’ll be able to get your hands on local produce. Pubs aren’t far away either – there is one pub five minutes' walk away, and another 15 minutes' walk away.
Festival goers are very welcome, and the Creamfields Festival site is five minutes’ drive away. Please respect the quiet hours (no noise is permitted after 10pm) and environment, as the owners' home is on the grounds (and stick to the field's facilities only).
No waste accepted onsite. All rubbish must be taken home at the end of your stay.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Camp at Nantgwynfaen Organic Farm
19. Camp at Nantgwynfaen Organic Farm
100%
(12)
119km from Caernarfon · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Five private camping pitches on an organic farm in the Teifi Valley
Campfires
Showers
Water hookup
Panpwnton Campsite
20. Panpwnton Campsite
99%
(169)
120km from Caernarfon · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A riverside campsite on Offa’s Dyke Path near Knighton
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community
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Liam
1 week ago
4 m campervan
Good location if you like to be close to ‘civilization’ showers toilets clean and well maintained
Lots of space when we went. Owner came to say hello with his dog and warn us about the incoming storm
You can see the town from the site
There is a very awkward corner to get to aber just take the main roads you’ll be fine … my van struggled
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Andy
March 2026
5 m car
I can’t tell you how peaceful, how pleasant and enjoyable my time was properly. I’ve left today relaxed because I slept incredibly. The lake which is 5 mins away is spectacular. Honestly everything you can think of is provided. Because it’s a smaller site the attention to detail is doubled. Great energy, owners are incredibly welcoming and sweet. I feel like they do anything to make your stay pleasant. I will be back, 100%. I want to come for a clear night because there is no light pollution so the stars will be incredible. Hot showers, lovely clean bathrooms. Also they have lots of spare bits, I needed a pot for cooking and there was a plethora to borrow from. 10/10
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Graeme
January 2026
5 m Class B
Back to basics campsite with toilets, showers and tap for drinking water. Easy to find and well presented. Entrance to field is a little muddy - it's been dry recently so didn't cause any issues but something to be aware of.
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Richard
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Second visit. It will not be my last visit. Great welcome
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Alex
October 2025
5 m Class B
Fantastic site with great host. The video red are incredible!
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Heidi
October 2025
7 m Class B
With pets
We have just come back from a campervan 2 night trip to Panpwnton Campsite. We had a lovely time, it was very quiet as we were the only ones staying…. Probably due to the weather!
This meant we got a great spot right next to the river which was perfect.
The facilities were good. The location was great. We did a walk straight from the site on to part of Offa Dykes path and along to the Knuclas viaduct, great views along the way. We had thought we might get the train back just for fun, but they don’t run very often (would have been a 2hr wait) so walked back instead.
Site also easy walking distance to the local pub for an evening meal which was good too.
Very Dark walk back that evening meant for some great star gazing:-)
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Cleibiomar
October 2025
Tent
With pets
Lovely place, definitely I recommend do you have everything you need on the site! I will come back on next season
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Andrea
October 2025
5 m Class B
With pets
Our second stay and even more perfect, the camper van pitch is secluded and quiet, the decking and fire pit beautiful touches for relaxing outside of the van. We were very pleasantly surprised at just how warm the showers were despite the wind and cold and the roundhouse is lovely. To top it all it’s easy to get to the coast path and marvel at the dramatic coastline. 💕
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Lesley
October 2025
5 m Class B
With pets
Lovely campsite, toilets and showers were spotless, beautiful views, we’ll definitely be back
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peter
October 2025
6 m Class A
Despite storm Amy, we had a decent stay. Although not needed, the Facilities were very good. Toilet blocks, shower block & chemical toilet waste disposal too. Paul was helpful when called upon for directions and a mini rescue due to downpour.
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Louise
October 2025
3 m Class B
With pets
Panpwnton Farm is a lovely campsite. Very clean toilets and wash up facilities. I didn't use the showers as I only stayed a couple of nights, however they were spacious.
I will definitely be returning for a longer stay.
It's a lovely walk from the campsite to Knighton, alongside the river.
Trains do pass right along the side of the site but it didn't bother me or my dog. Easy access to Offa's Dyke.
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James
September 2025
4 m Class B
Lovely site, friendly hosts great facilities - easy access and site directions
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Elliot
September 2025
Tent
Had a great stay at this campsite, clean facilities, well located, nice surroundings
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Amy
September 2025
4 m Class A
With pets
Susie and her family are lovely. They have thought of everything for a fab, relaxing stay. Thank you so much for everything. We loved it!
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Lee
September 2025
Tent
With pets
What a lovely clean site, everything you need, great views and peaceful, loved just sitting by the river with a brew and chilling
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Krystle
September 2025
Tent
What a beautiful place to camp. This was my first time camping and we picked such a lovely place to experience it for the first time. Mark was very welcoming and really helpful. We had a few choices of where we could pitch our tent which was nice. We were very lucky with the weather as well. Beautiful views for a sunset & sunrise.
We enjoyed waking up to peace & quiet (minus the farm animals which we were quite content with ☺️)
There is a shower room & toilet which is ideal after a days hiking! We would recommend Marks farm to friends & family and would camp there again.
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Chris
September 2025
5 m Class B
A magical place - even in the torrential rain that persisted while we were there.
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Macky
September 2025
5 m car
Nice place, nice spot, beautiful location. Recommended.
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Rickie
September 2025
1 m travel trailer
With pets
The site is really lovely close enough to town to walk in and great location by the stream with walking paths for our dog. The toilets and showers were clean and maintained and Roxanne was very friendly.
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Tom
September 2025
5 m car
With pets
Really nice place put the way, lovely toilet set up great hosts, Lloyd was very welcoming
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Where to go
Snowdon & Around
One of the UK’s most popular outdoor destinations—and Britain’s highest land south of the Scottish Highlands—Snowdon commands attention from any North Wales-bound visitor. The gateway village, from where trails and rails run up the peak, is Llanberis, eight miles inland from Caernarfon. While it’s busy up Snowdon, plot a hike away from it and you’ll find glorious mountain country with ample trail space to yourself.
Southern Anglesey
Anglesey is Wales’ largest island, and its beguiling sandy coastline is a big attraction for beach-lovers, swimmers and walkers—with a coast path running around the entire shore. It’s accessed by road bridge over the Menai Strait eight miles northeast of Caernarfon. After this, it’s a few miles’ drive southwest to the campsites clustered near Southern Anglesey’s beach, the wide, powdery, forest-backed sands of Traeth Llanddwyn.
Llyn Peninsula
Travel the coast south from Caernarfon and after 11 miles, the low-lying Llyn Peninsula and its AONB begin to fan out. This tranquil green finger of land, protruding some 30 miles into the sea, has some of North Wales’ best beaches and famously challenging surfing at Porth Neigwl. Walking is excellent too—as is cycling on the quiet lanes. Excellent campsites lie scattered across the Llyn.
When to go
Weather varies wildly between the coast and the high peaks of Snowdonia National Park. You can usually depend on some wind and rain during your stay, even in summer. Caernarfon does get crowded during July and August school holidays: come outside these months if possible. May’s Caernarfon Food Festival, and mediaeval re-enactments in Caernarfon Castle during May and August, are atmospheric times in Caernarfon itself.
