Campsites for backpackers in Bala, Gwynedd
8 bookable campsites within 15 miles of Bala
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Pen Y Bont Touring and Camping Park
Bala, Gwynedd, Wales- Family-owned Snowdonia site near the shore of Bala Lake
- A short walk to watersports, boat hire and Bala Lake Railway
- Within walking distance of Bala’s shops, restaurants and golf course
The Crown Inn and Campsite
Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr, Conwy, Wales- Well-maintained family-run north Wales pub site by the river Alwen
- In Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr; edge of Snowdonia 15 minutes' drive
- River fishing permitted; easy access to forest trails
Y Giler Arms
Betws Y Coed, Conwy, Wales- Quiet campsite with Eryri views 15 minutes’ drive from Betws-y-Coed
- Zip World Llechwedd half an hour’s drive; 40 minutes to Conwy Castle
- Lakeside pitches behind a traditional pub with dining and a games room
Cae Llwyd Farm
Penmachno, Conwy, Wales- Off-grid wild site by the Machno river in Snowdonia National Park
- A five-minute drive to Penmachno MTB Trail; 15 minutes to Betws-y-Coed
- Pizza stall on site serving food every day
Wild Valley Huts
Llanrhaeadr, Powys, Wales- Cosy glamping site with spectacular Tanat Valley views
- Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfall 20 minutes’ drive; Llangollen 40 minutes
- Well-equipped units; shops and pubs 10 minutes’ drive away
Hafod Hall Camping Club
Denbigh, Denbighshire, Wales- Peaceful, spacious and family-run site on a North Wales working farm
- Among hiking and cycling trails; wildlife haven and stargazing area
- Eco-friendly wild camping where campfires are welcome
Rhiw Goch Inn
Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd, Wales- Back-to-basics camping with stunning Rhinog Mountain views in Gwynedd
- Harlech Beach half an hour’s drive; Llanfair Slate Caverns 35 minutes
- In Eyri National Park, with hiking and biking straight from the site
Dolgamedd Caravan and Camping Park
Dolgellau, Gwynedd, Wales- Peaceful and laidback no-frills site in Eryri/Snowdonia National Park
- Dolgellau 10 minutes' drive; 15 minutes to the coast or Cadair Idris
- On the banks of the Wnion river for fishing and wild swimming
Glan Ceirw Caravan Park
Corwen, Denbighshire, Wales- Nearly-wild camping... but with extras
- Summer bar with games room (at weekends)
- Free brown trout fishing in the site river
Nant y Cyrtiau
Bala, Gwynedd, Wales- Back to basics stays on a smallholding 10 minutes' drive from Bala
- On the edge of the Snowdonia National Park
- Campfires and dogs welcome; fresh eggs available to buy
Hendwr Caravan Park
Corwen, Denbighshire, WalesTynant Faerdref Camping Site
Corwen, Denbighshire, WalesDee Valley Stays
Corwen, Denbighshire, Wales- Cosy self-catering lodge in peaceful surroundings in North Wales
- Nestled on a wooded hillside overlooking the magnificent Dee Valley
- Family-run business, village location, within easy reach of Snowdonia
Felin Uchaf
Corwen, Denbighshire, Wales- Quiet site by a stream in Denbighshire's Berwyn mountains
- Waterfall walks from site; 25 mins' drive from Bala adventure centre
- A 10-minute walk to pub with food and village shop
The Forge
Corwen, Denbighshire, Wales- Luxury glamping and bushcraft experiences on an Iron Age hill fort
- Snowdonia National Park within 30 minutes’ drive; 50 mins to Chester
- Furnished bell tents with kitchens, firepits, logburning stoves
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