Riverside camping in West Wales

·

If you're looking to camp by the river in West Wales, Hipcamp has over 280 options to choose from. Whether you prefer a tent, caravan, or cabin, you'll find the perfect accommodation for your outdoor adventure. With popular campsites like Smugglers Cove Boatyard (25 reviews), Bwch Yn Uchaf (25 reviews), and Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp (26 reviews), you can trust that you'll be in good hands. Enjoy facilities like potable water, pet-friendly spaces, and rubbish services. Plus, with activities like off-roading, hiking, and paddling, there's something for everyone. Prices range from as low as £9 to an average of £25 per night, so you can find a campsite that fits your budget. Get ready to experience the beauty of West Wales and make unforgettable memories in the great outdoors.

98% (855) 395 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in West Wales

Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp

1. Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp

94%
(420)
Caernarfon, Wales · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, sustainable farm site with epic sea views, set in the foothills of Snowdonia.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Pytingwyn Woods

2. Pytingwyn Woods

97%
(144)
Brecon, Wales · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Almost-wild camping on the banks of the River Honddu, edging the Brecon Beacons
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
£13
 / night
Felin Uchaf Meadow Camping

3. Felin Uchaf Meadow Camping

99%
(76)
Pwllheli, Wales · 11 units · Tents, Glamping
Peaceful meadow camping on an eco-friendly site on the Llŷn Peninsula
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Pencwm Escapes

4. Pencwm Escapes

England · 9 units
Welcome to Pencwm Escapes, your perfect countryside retreat nestled in the foothills of the Preseli Mountains, right on the border of Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful escape, a family adventure, or simply a chance to unwind in nature, our small, family-run campsite offers the ideal getaway with its rural Welsh charm. With just 10 spacious pitches in our car-free camping meadow, families have plenty of room to explore, play, and make lasting memories. Adventure and relaxation go hand in hand, making it the perfect place to disconnect from daily life and reconnect with nature. Book your escape today and experience the magic of camping in the heart of West Wales! Open April through to end of October. In order to comply with countryside planning policy, we operate as a Greener Camping Club members-only campsite. The Club was established by people with a passion for sustainable, eco-friendly camping holidays. When you book your holiday with us, you will be enrolled as a member of the Club. Membership costs £12 for the calendar year and gives you access to some of the greenest campsites in the UK. It also includes participation in the Club's 'Trees for Life' scheme, whereby a tree is planted for every member we enrol. Find out more: www.greenercamping.org.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
Bwch Yn Uchaf

5. Bwch Yn Uchaf

98%
(161)
Bala, Wales · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Narrow-gauge steam railway station, countryside views, gorgeous riverside setting. What's not to love?!
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
Eden's Nook

6. Eden's Nook

100%
(40)
Welshpool, Wales · 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
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£15
 / night
Gwersyllt Rhos y Gallt Campsite

7. Gwersyllt Rhos y Gallt Campsite

94%
(56)
Welshpool, Wales · 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. ​
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£30
 / night
Glynmarch Farm Camping

8. Glynmarch Farm Camping

99%
(54)
Llandeilo, Wales · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A quiet, relaxed, riverside campsite with acres of Carmarthenshire countryside to explore
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£12
 / night
Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

9. Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

98%
(275)
Nr Dolgellau, Wales · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Succumb to the tranquil hills of Graig Wen. Smart, sustainable and quite simply, lush.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£22
 / night
Nant Bach Retreat

10. Nant Bach Retreat

100%
(27)
Wales · 3 units
Nantbach Retreat offers you the opportunity to step off the conveyor belt of life, reconnect with those most important to you and more importantly yourself. Nestled in our forest with far reaching views over rolling Welsh hills let your attention be focused on the beauty of nature that surrounds you. Choose to stay in either our 2 person bunkhouse with private camp kitchen and shower room, 4 person Landpod with retractable sides located in our forest or our new edition 3 person Pod Father located at the front of Nant overlooking open countryside. Truly unwind with a soak in the 2 person wood fired hot tub looking out to Madryn Garn to the left and Boduan Garn to the right, bookable with the hosts at no extra charge.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£100
 / night
CampSiriol for Sea, Hills & Sky

11. CampSiriol for Sea, Hills & Sky

92%
(6)
Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, Wales · 5 units
A small and simple camping field near Aberystwyth
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£23
 / night
Bert's Beachside Camping

12. Bert's Beachside Camping

98%
(67)
Morfa Nefyn, Wales · 6 units
Child-friendly seaside camping with a private shingle beach out front and a clutch of mighty mountains behind
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£46
 / night
Smugglers Cove Boatyard

13. Smugglers Cove Boatyard

97%
(94)
Gwynedd, Wales · 5 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and rustic glamping in a working boatyard with an exceptional waterside location on the Dyfi estuary
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£25
 / night
Wellstone Camping

14. Wellstone Camping

100%
(16)
Crymych, Wales · 21 units · Tents, Glamping
Authentic Mongolian yurts and camping in a laid-back Pembrokeshire site with scenic views and friendly alpacas.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£30
 / night
Llansawel Agored

15. Llansawel Agored

100%
(8)
Llandeilo, Wales · 13 units · Tents, Glamping
Overnight adventures on an off-grid, wild-ish campsite with campfires allowed in Carmarthenshire.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£8
 / night
Camp at Nantgwynfaen Organic Farm

16. Camp at Nantgwynfaen Organic Farm

100%
(12)
Llandysul, Wales · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Five private camping pitches on an organic farm in the Teifi Valley
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Aber Camping Sunnyside

17. Aber Camping Sunnyside

92%
(6)
Aberystwyth, Wales · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Peaceful adult only, no dogs site set in the stunning Melindwr Valley near Aberystwyth. With adventurous walks and tranquil nature trails. A Red Kite nature sanctuary with a rescue centre nearby the birds circle overhead daily. Sheep and wildlife adorn the fields and hills and wonderful sunsets finish the day around the camp fire. The ideal location to relax and unwind.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Carningli Campsite

18. Carningli Campsite

100%
(4)
Newport, Wales · 43 units · Tents, Glamping
Idyllic rural estuary campsite located in seaside town of Newport Pembrokeshire, West Wales. Situated in an amazing location by the Newport estuary in Pembrokeshire, Carningli Campsite is family and pet friendly and offers an array of attractions just a short walk away fro the town centre, estuary and mountain trails, clifftop coastal path, and a beachside golf course. Whether you crave adventure or seek solace by the coast, this site has you covered. Set up your own tents or hire one of our Tipis. Prepare to be captivated by stunning views and over a 1OO species of different wildlife and birds. Hike to the summit of Carningli Mountain to see panoramic views of Newport bay and beyond to Dina's Head. Explore the tranquil woodland and stream below, accompanied by scenic walks along the estuary's edge. Maintaining its natural charm, the site boasts modest amenities to minimize its impact, including on-site parking, composting and portable toilets, fresh water and mountain stream shower. Environmental consciousness extends to a dedicated recyling rubbish collection point.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£24
 / night
Gardd Afon/River Garden

19. Gardd Afon/River Garden

100%
(4)
Machynlleth, Wales · 2 units
Dog-friendly, off-grid yurt glamping on a riverside smallholding in Mid-Wales
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£110
 / night
Belan Bluebell Woods

20. Belan Bluebell Woods

100%
(4)
Llanidloes, Wales · 4 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a small family farm site hidden in the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales, near the lovely town of Llanidloes. Our easy to find, just off A470 location makes a stay with us convenient yet once you wind up to our drive you are on top of the world with spectacular views both day and night - we are a recognised Dark Skies Wales area for outstanding stargazing due to our lofty 1300ft height and un-light polluted sky. With over 60 acres to explore space and quite is guaranteed. Choose from Glamping: secluded Adults only Idris Shepherds hut with stunning woodfired bath luxury family glamping Geo-domes Willow; Oak and Daisy. Each has its own individual kitchen diners firepits, bbq & seating. Plus check out our quirky upcycled horse box showers! Plus clean compost loos, hikes from the door & close proximity to Hafren Forest, Elan Valley, Cambrian Mountains. And so much more - a true escape into nature. We've a little shop on site, full of welsh treats, a weekend cafe & our fabulous Wood fired Pizzas to order each Friday! We have 3 flower meadow tent pitches each hedged & secluded. Plus campervan spot. Check our reviews to see what makes us special!
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£35
 / night

If you're looking to camp by the river in West Wales, Hipcamp has over 280 options to choose from. Whether you prefer a tent, caravan, or cabin, you'll find the perfect accommodation for your outdoor adventure. With popular campsites like Smugglers Cove Boatyard (25 reviews), Bwch Yn Uchaf (25 reviews), and Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp (26 reviews), you can trust that you'll be in good hands. Enjoy facilities like potable water, pet-friendly spaces, and rubbish services. Plus, with activities like off-roading, hiking, and paddling, there's something for everyone. Prices range from as low as £9 to an average of £25 per night, so you can find a campsite that fits your budget. Get ready to experience the beauty of West Wales and make unforgettable memories in the great outdoors.

98% (855) 395 campsites

Top-rated campgrounds in West Wales

Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp

1. Henbant Permaculture Farm + Camp

94%
(420)
Caernarfon, Wales · 10 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A small, sustainable farm site with epic sea views, set in the foothills of Snowdonia.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Pytingwyn Woods

2. Pytingwyn Woods

97%
(144)
Brecon, Wales · 8 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Almost-wild camping on the banks of the River Honddu, edging the Brecon Beacons
Pets
Campfires
Picnic table
from 
£13
 / night
Felin Uchaf Meadow Camping

3. Felin Uchaf Meadow Camping

99%
(76)
Pwllheli, Wales · 11 units · Tents, Glamping
Peaceful meadow camping on an eco-friendly site on the Llŷn Peninsula
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Pencwm Escapes

4. Pencwm Escapes

England · 9 units
Welcome to Pencwm Escapes, your perfect countryside retreat nestled in the foothills of the Preseli Mountains, right on the border of Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful escape, a family adventure, or simply a chance to unwind in nature, our small, family-run campsite offers the ideal getaway with its rural Welsh charm. With just 10 spacious pitches in our car-free camping meadow, families have plenty of room to explore, play, and make lasting memories. Adventure and relaxation go hand in hand, making it the perfect place to disconnect from daily life and reconnect with nature. Book your escape today and experience the magic of camping in the heart of West Wales! Open April through to end of October. In order to comply with countryside planning policy, we operate as a Greener Camping Club members-only campsite. The Club was established by people with a passion for sustainable, eco-friendly camping holidays. When you book your holiday with us, you will be enrolled as a member of the Club. Membership costs £12 for the calendar year and gives you access to some of the greenest campsites in the UK. It also includes participation in the Club's 'Trees for Life' scheme, whereby a tree is planted for every member we enrol. Find out more: www.greenercamping.org.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
Bwch Yn Uchaf

5. Bwch Yn Uchaf

98%
(161)
Bala, Wales · 20 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Narrow-gauge steam railway station, countryside views, gorgeous riverside setting. What's not to love?!
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£12
 / night
Eden's Nook

6. Eden's Nook

100%
(40)
Welshpool, Wales · 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
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£15
 / night
Gwersyllt Rhos y Gallt Campsite

7. Gwersyllt Rhos y Gallt Campsite

94%
(56)
Welshpool, Wales · 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. ​
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£30
 / night
Glynmarch Farm Camping

8. Glynmarch Farm Camping

99%
(54)
Llandeilo, Wales · 15 units · Tents, Motorhomes
A quiet, relaxed, riverside campsite with acres of Carmarthenshire countryside to explore
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£12
 / night
Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

9. Graig Wen - Wild Snowdonia Escapes

98%
(275)
Nr Dolgellau, Wales · 30 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping
Succumb to the tranquil hills of Graig Wen. Smart, sustainable and quite simply, lush.
Pets
Electrical hookup
Campfires
from 
£22
 / night
Nant Bach Retreat

10. Nant Bach Retreat

100%
(27)
Wales · 3 units
Nantbach Retreat offers you the opportunity to step off the conveyor belt of life, reconnect with those most important to you and more importantly yourself. Nestled in our forest with far reaching views over rolling Welsh hills let your attention be focused on the beauty of nature that surrounds you. Choose to stay in either our 2 person bunkhouse with private camp kitchen and shower room, 4 person Landpod with retractable sides located in our forest or our new edition 3 person Pod Father located at the front of Nant overlooking open countryside. Truly unwind with a soak in the 2 person wood fired hot tub looking out to Madryn Garn to the left and Boduan Garn to the right, bookable with the hosts at no extra charge.
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£100
 / night
CampSiriol for Sea, Hills & Sky

11. CampSiriol for Sea, Hills & Sky

92%
(6)
Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, Wales · 5 units
A small and simple camping field near Aberystwyth
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£23
 / night
Bert's Beachside Camping

12. Bert's Beachside Camping

98%
(67)
Morfa Nefyn, Wales · 6 units
Child-friendly seaside camping with a private shingle beach out front and a clutch of mighty mountains behind
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£46
 / night
Smugglers Cove Boatyard

13. Smugglers Cove Boatyard

97%
(94)
Gwynedd, Wales · 5 units · Tents, Glamping
Camping and rustic glamping in a working boatyard with an exceptional waterside location on the Dyfi estuary
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£25
 / night
Wellstone Camping

14. Wellstone Camping

100%
(16)
Crymych, Wales · 21 units · Tents, Glamping
Authentic Mongolian yurts and camping in a laid-back Pembrokeshire site with scenic views and friendly alpacas.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£30
 / night
Llansawel Agored

15. Llansawel Agored

100%
(8)
Llandeilo, Wales · 13 units · Tents, Glamping
Overnight adventures on an off-grid, wild-ish campsite with campfires allowed in Carmarthenshire.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£8
 / night
Camp at Nantgwynfaen Organic Farm

16. Camp at Nantgwynfaen Organic Farm

100%
(12)
Llandysul, Wales · 5 units · Tents, Motorhomes
Five private camping pitches on an organic farm in the Teifi Valley
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£15
 / night
Aber Camping Sunnyside

17. Aber Camping Sunnyside

92%
(6)
Aberystwyth, Wales · 1 unit · Tent, Motorhome
Peaceful adult only, no dogs site set in the stunning Melindwr Valley near Aberystwyth. With adventurous walks and tranquil nature trails. A Red Kite nature sanctuary with a rescue centre nearby the birds circle overhead daily. Sheep and wildlife adorn the fields and hills and wonderful sunsets finish the day around the camp fire. The ideal location to relax and unwind.
Campfires
Showers
Potable water
from 
£20
 / night
Carningli Campsite

18. Carningli Campsite

100%
(4)
Newport, Wales · 43 units · Tents, Glamping
Idyllic rural estuary campsite located in seaside town of Newport Pembrokeshire, West Wales. Situated in an amazing location by the Newport estuary in Pembrokeshire, Carningli Campsite is family and pet friendly and offers an array of attractions just a short walk away fro the town centre, estuary and mountain trails, clifftop coastal path, and a beachside golf course. Whether you crave adventure or seek solace by the coast, this site has you covered. Set up your own tents or hire one of our Tipis. Prepare to be captivated by stunning views and over a 1OO species of different wildlife and birds. Hike to the summit of Carningli Mountain to see panoramic views of Newport bay and beyond to Dina's Head. Explore the tranquil woodland and stream below, accompanied by scenic walks along the estuary's edge. Maintaining its natural charm, the site boasts modest amenities to minimize its impact, including on-site parking, composting and portable toilets, fresh water and mountain stream shower. Environmental consciousness extends to a dedicated recyling rubbish collection point.
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£24
 / night
Gardd Afon/River Garden

19. Gardd Afon/River Garden

100%
(4)
Machynlleth, Wales · 2 units
Dog-friendly, off-grid yurt glamping on a riverside smallholding in Mid-Wales
Pets
Showers
Campfires
from 
£110
 / night
Belan Bluebell Woods

20. Belan Bluebell Woods

100%
(4)
Llanidloes, Wales · 4 units · Motorhomes, Glamping
We are a small family farm site hidden in the Cambrian Mountains of Mid Wales, near the lovely town of Llanidloes. Our easy to find, just off A470 location makes a stay with us convenient yet once you wind up to our drive you are on top of the world with spectacular views both day and night - we are a recognised Dark Skies Wales area for outstanding stargazing due to our lofty 1300ft height and un-light polluted sky. With over 60 acres to explore space and quite is guaranteed. Choose from Glamping: secluded Adults only Idris Shepherds hut with stunning woodfired bath luxury family glamping Geo-domes Willow; Oak and Daisy. Each has its own individual kitchen diners firepits, bbq & seating. Plus check out our quirky upcycled horse box showers! Plus clean compost loos, hikes from the door & close proximity to Hafren Forest, Elan Valley, Cambrian Mountains. And so much more - a true escape into nature. We've a little shop on site, full of welsh treats, a weekend cafe & our fabulous Wood fired Pizzas to order each Friday! We have 3 flower meadow tent pitches each hedged & secluded. Plus campervan spot. Check our reviews to see what makes us special!
Pets
Campfires
Showers
from 
£35
 / night

Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field
Happy farmer sitting in a truck in a grassy field