Budget/backpacker: Campgrounds in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales
14 bookable campsites within 24.1 kilometres of Merthyr Tydfil Sorted by distance
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Dare Valley Country Park
Aberdare, Glamorgan, Wales- A scenic 500-acre site on an old colliery at the Brecon Beacons’ edge
- A five-minute drive to Aberdare and 15 minutes to Penderyn Distillery
- Playgrounds and cafeteria on site; walk to a family bike park
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Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer
Pontsticill, Glamorgan, Wales- Adventure-focused stays at an activity centre in the Brecon Beacons
- Off the Pontsticill reservoir within 15 mins’ drive of Merthyr Tydfil
- Gorge walking, paddleboarding, climbing and caving organised from site
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Bryn Bwch
Pontneddfechan, Powys, Wales- Quiet dog-friendly site by the Four Waterfalls in the Brecon Beacons
- A 20-minute drive to the base of Pen Y Fan; another waterfall nearby
- Wood available to buy for firepits; shops and pubs a short drive away
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Fferm Gelli Camping
Caerphilly, Glamorgan, Wales- Small tents-only site opposite Pen-Y-Fan Country Park
- A 15-minute drive from Sirhowy Valley Walk; 25 minutes to the Big Pit
- Play field on site; 10 minutes' drive from Blackwood town centre
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The Alltimate View
Brecon, Powys, Wales- Wild camping on a smallholding in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- A 15-minute drive to Llangorse Lake; 20 to Black Mountain Activities
- Animals to meet on site; pubs five minutes’ drive
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Cantref Campsite
Brecon, Powys, Wales- Set in rural Wales with spectacular views of the Brecon Beacons
- A 15-minute drive from outdoor activity centres in Brecon
- Horse riding centre, farm park, shows, workshops, café and indoor play
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Pwllyn Farm Camping
Libanus, Powys, Wales- Simple and scenic farm site in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- A 15-minute drive from Brecon and walks up Pen y Fan
- Dog-friendly pitches with a minimum guest age of 14
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Ca's Camping
Brecon, Powys, Wales- Wild camping on an organic farm in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- Two miles from a trail up Pen y Fan; Four Waterfalls 30 minutes' drive
- Meadow pitches with walks on site; near pubs, shops and hiking routes
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Argoed Lwyd Outdoor Education Centre
Libanus, Powys, Wales- Spacious self-contained units at a Brecon Beacons activity centre
- A 10-minute drive from Brecon and 20 minutes from Pen y Fan
- Instructors on site for guided walks, canoeing and gorge walking
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Open Fire Camping
Pen-y-cae, Powys, Wales- Peaceful, spacious site in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- Two pubs within walking distance
- Stunning trail from the site to a waterfall with wild swimming
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Eco Camping Wales
Swansea, Glamorgan, Wales- Farm site with stunning 360-degree views of the Black Mountain
- A five-minute drive from the National Showcaves Centre for Wales
- On the Beacons Way trail in the Brecon Beacons National Park
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Tafarn-Y-Garreg Campsite
Pen-y-cae, Glamorgan, Wales- Riverside pub campsite in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- Campfires allowed: just bring your own firewood
- Direct access to the Beacons Way; Dan-yr-Ogof Caves within a mile
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Willow Acres Campsite
Pontypool, Monmouthshire, Wales- Peaceful Brecon Beacons pitches with firepits and outdoor kitchen
- A five-minute walk to Pontypool Golf Club; 15 minutes up Garn Wen
- Spacious pitches; bring dogs and extra tents for no added charge
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Court Bleddyn Farm
Pontypool, Monmouthshire, Wales- Adults-only farm site in the Brecon Beacons with stunning rural views
- A 10-minute drive to Pontypool; 20 minutes to Llandegfedd Reservoir
- Working farm with cattle, sheep and pigs; campfires permitted
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Grawen Caravan and Camping Park
Merthyr Tydfil, Glamorgan, Wales - Favourite
Clyngwyn Camping
Ystradfellte, Powys, Wales- Dog-friendly site five minutes' walk from Sgwd Clun-Gwyn waterfall
- Brecon Beacons Visitor Centre and BikePark Wales 35 minutes’ drive
- Firepit and barbecue on site, plus a coffee shop selling hot food
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Coity Bach
Talybont-on-Usk, Powys, Wales- Friendly site on a farm in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- Just over a mile's walk to pubs in Talybont-on-Usk
- Meet the farm animals on site; bike hire available
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Brecon Beacons Boutique Camping
Crickhowell, Powys, Wales- Smart outdoor accommodation in a Brecon Beacons walled garden
- A 10-minute drive from Crickhowell; 15 minutes from Abergavenny
- Set in the grounds of the Glanusk Estate; day fishing available
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Cwmdu Campsite
Crickhowell, Powys, Wales- 4 Star Scenic camping near Crickowell, Brecon Beacons National Park
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Llangorse Multi Activity Centre
Brecon, Powys, Wales