Campsites for Backpackers in Machynlleth, Powys
16 bookable campsites within 15 miles of Machynlleth
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Smugglers Cove Boatyard
Aberdovey, Gwynedd, Wales- Small peaceful site on the Dyfi estuary, seven miles from Machynlleth
- A 10-minute drive from the beach at Aberdyfi
- Riverside firepits, with wood available to buy on site
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Dyfi WildCamping
Aberdovey, Gwynedd, Wales- Spacious wild camping site five minutes' drive from Aberdovey
- Tywyn, Talyllyn Railway and Dyfi Bike Park within a 15-minute drive
- Easy access from the main road; fabulous estuary and sea views
Dyfi Adventure Campsite
Machynlleth, Powys, Wales- Peaceful Dyfi valley site by a riverside, opened in 2019
- A 15-minute drive from Machynlleth and 35 from the seaside at Barmouth
- River beach, communal firepits and barbecues/campfires allowed
Nant Madyn Camping
Tywyn, Gwynedd, Wales- Peaceful farm site in Snowdonia with spectacular sea views
- Three miles from the sea; a 35-minute drive from Cadair Idris mountain
- A 10-minute drive from the Wales Coast Path, shops and eateries
Garthyfog
Arthog, Gwynedd, Wales- Dog-friendly South Snowdonia site one mile from the Mawddach estuary
- Walks from the site; 20 minutes’ drive to Coed y Brenin Forest Park
- Within walking distance of the shops in Fairbourne
Bwlchgwyn Farm and Pony Trekking
Fairbourne, Gwynedd, Wales- Gwynedd farm site with spectacular estuary and peninsula views
- Equestrian centre on site with pony trekking
- On the Mawddach Trail and close to Coed-y-Brenin bike trails
Graig Wen
Dolgellau, Gwynedd, Wales- Award-winning and green site in Snowdonia National Park
- Direct access to the Mawddach cycle trail and footpath
- Five minutes' drive from the beach at Fairbourne
Torrent Walk Campsite and Bunkhouse
Dolgellau, Gwynedd, Wales- Base for hiking Cader Idris, the Mach Loop or Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon)
- A 35-minute drive from Zip World Llechwedd and Bounce Below
- Easy access to the Torrent Walk and Coed-y-Brenin mountain bike centre
Fronalchen Caravan Park
Dolgellau, Gwynedd, Wales- Scenic back-to-basics site in Eryri/Snowdonia National Park
- A 20-minute drive from beaches at Barmouth and Fairbourne
- Famed Mach Loop within 10-minute drive; Portmeirion Gardens within 40
Cefn Coed
Dolgellau, Gwynedd, Wales- Simple pitches on a peaceful 75-acre historic farm estate
- Within Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park; Dolgellau 10 minutes' drive
- Easy access to the Mawddach Trail and local walking/bike trails
Dolgamedd Caravan and Camping Park
Dolgellau, Gwynedd, Wales- Quiet, laid-back, family run site on riverbank
- "What a fantastic wee hidden gem."
- "This is a no frills fantastic little site"
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Rhydmeirionydd Farm
Borth, Ceredigion, Wales- Wild camping at a 37-acre farm with views of the Welsh coast
- Access to the Ceredigion Coast Path for walks to Borth or Aberystwyth
- Pick your own pitch in the field or around the property
Aber Camping
Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, Wales- Peaceful adults-only Ceredigion site in the Melindwr Valley
- A 15-minute drive to Aberystwyth and Devil's Bridge Falls
- Easy access from the A44; pub 10 minutes' walk away
Nantcellan Barns
Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, Wales- Quiet pitches on a 20-acre meadow bordered by woods and a stream
- A five-minute drive from Aberystwyth and 10 minutes from Borth
- Walk to Clarach Bay in 20 minutes along a footpath and lane
Erwbarfe Farm Caravan Park
Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, Wales- Family-run farm half a mile from Devil's Bridge Falls
- Wildlife haven a 20-minute drive from Aberystwyth
- Peaceful garden and a site shop; bistro takeaway within a mile
Bryncarnedd Caravan Park
Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, Wales- Peaceful pitches a mile from Aberystwyth town centre
- A 10-minute drive from Borth beach; 20 minutes from Devil's Bridge
- Easy access from main roads; dogs welcome
Snowdonia Hideaway
Bryncrug, Gwynedd, Wales- Glamping with spectacular views out over Snowdonia National Park
- A five-minute drive from Bryncrug and 15 minutes from Aberdyfi beach
- Wild swimming close by and a woodfired hot tub on site
Ynyslas Camping
Borth, Ceredigion, Wales- Well-kept flat pitches with lovely views over the Dyfi estuary
- Aberystwyth and Dyfi Bike Park both 20 minutes' drive away
- Launch kayaks or paddleboards on the river from the site
Coed Esgair Las Blue Ridge Woods Wildcamp
Machynlleth, Powys, Wales- Discrete Dyfi Valley wild camping site in 30 acres of working woodland
- A 20-minute drive from Tywyn beach and Penygader
- Multiple firepit areas and a four-wheel drive shuttle available
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