Cae Du Campsite
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- Friendly Eryri/Snowdonia site on the banks of the River Glaslyn
- Yr Wyddfa/Snowdon Watkin Path five minutes’ drive away
- Beddgelert’s cafés, pubs and railway station less than a mile away
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Open from Sun 1 Mar to
This site is a member of Roberts Group group.
Pitch types & availability
21 
OfferNon-electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum 
Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 10m width × 6m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £29
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OfferElectric grass campervan or tent pitch
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 10m width × 6m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £32.80
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OfferElectric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
6 people maximum Wifi at the unit/pitch Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Min 10m width × 6m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £34.40
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Reviews
98% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite offers a beautiful location with stunning mountain views, ideal for exploring Snowdonia and enjoying walks directly from the site. Guests praise the spacious and clean facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and convenient proximity to Beddgelert village. The site is well-maintained, peaceful, and dog-friendly. WiFi is available and generally reliable. Some minor points include patchy WiFi in certain areas and the occasional desire for more shower facilities during peak times. Overall, it's highly recommended for a memorable outdoor experience.
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Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Great pitches, wonderful location, clean facilities and very friendly staff. Would definitely recommend 👍🏽
Recommend to friends Visit again
Facilities very clean and up to…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Facilities very clean and up to date - staff were very welcoming and knowledgeable upon first arrival - this was our first camping trip and will definitely be coming back here again!
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Not a family campsite.
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Beautiful scenic campsite with lovely surround areas
Disliked The attitude of some staff members was appalling, and we were made to feel unwelcome and treated differently from the regular guests. Families with children did not seem welcome at all with the children were told they could only play in a remote area at the back of the campsite, near open water and public access, which felt both unfair and unsafe. At times, it genuinely felt as though animals were treated better than children here.
Although groups are accepted on the site, we were told we could not even talk together after 9:30pm. We completely understand rules around loud music and noise but the restrictions imposed on us felt excessive and unreasonable. One staff member even stated, “this is not a family campsite,” which was extremely disappointing to hear.
What made this more frustrating was the inconsistency in how rules were enforced. Other ‘regular’ groups were allowed to play rugby and gather in a gazebo until 2am without issue, while we were scrutinised from the moment we arrived.
Considering the premium price we paid, the experience was incredibly disappointing and far from what was advertised. I believe Pitchup should reassess this site and reconsider how it is being marketed, particularly to families and groups. I have already contacted the campsite directly regarding these concerns but have yet to receive a response.
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On the whole beautiful views, quiet site but perhaps adult only?
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked The views surrounding this site are gorgeous and it’s a short picturesque walk into a small town with a couple of shops and pubs for food.
Disliked My honest review from a family who camp a lot, this site is more for hikers / walkers or adults only and I think the pitch up website should be updated to reflect this.
It’s not set up for families and I am not sure they want them either.
This is the first site we have been to where zero ball games can be played anywhere near the camp. I did see this beforehand and understood theres a field allocated for this but the field in question is quite far from alot of the plots. Its located before the camps main entrance gate, next to open water with no safety fence and on a busy walk path to town so isn’t suitable for young ones without constant adult supervision. The reason we love camping so much is to watch children be children again, play outside from morning to evening, making friends with others and watch them play / have fun.
I also found it to be expensive for what it offers from a facilities point of view, we paid more to stay here then we did for Callowtop or Parkfoot.
If this site does want to appeal to all then I would suggest perhaps changing that allocated field for play be to a quiet field for the hikers / couples only and find a space closer to the main fields for games / children with perhaps a small play park.
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10/10 highly recommend
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Absolutely beautiful site so well maintained and clean . All staff extremely friendly and helpful could not wish for a better site . There are rules in place such as no music after 9.30 pm and they do ensure it's adhered to bit that's good for everyone. The site is located in such a beautiful setting with a river running through and a very short walk to the local village where there are coffee shops , pubs , and even a pizza place with an ice cream shop and another beautiful walk along the river ...dogs are welcome on site and it's great that they are so dog friendly...if I had to pick a fault was there was no where to let your dog off lead which is no big problem but when your dog is used to running you have to go off site to achieve this but this is literally the only thing I could think of . 10/10 this place and staff are just so nice .
Disliked Only no where to let dogs exercise off lead
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Excellent place. I’ll come back.
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Lovely place. Super clean and tidy. Super accommodating and really helpful staff. Great location.
Disliked Showers were a bit odd, instead of showering your are sprayed and it got everything wet.
WiFi where I was pitched was really patchy, but that’s not a bad thing.
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Great spacious level pitches
Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Excellent site , beautiful surroundings, really friendly helpful staff , amazing spotless facilities
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Location, views, lovely helpful staff…
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Location, views, lovely helpful staff
Disliked N/A
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Fabulous location - Spacious pitches & immaculate grounds & facilities
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Immaculate grounds - spacious pitches, immaculate facilities and fantastic welcoming & friendly workforce - Nothing was to much trouble.
Disliked There was nothing to dislike
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Great site in superb location in the heart of Eryri National Park.
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Spacious pitches, great location, friendly staff, great scenery and walks direct from the site. Well organised and meticulously maintained.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Campfires allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Baby-changing facilities Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toiletNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point Seasonal pitches Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Cae Du Campsite
Beddgelert
Gwynedd
Wales
LL55 4NE
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.01575°N
4.0977°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
Coach
Rail
Ferry
AirportPlease note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craig Du Beach Central | 8.3 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Criccieth | 8.6 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Harlech | 10.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Morfa Dinlle | 11.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Llandanwg | 12.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog) 6.1 mi
Ffestiniog Railway 6.5 mi
Portmeirion Gardens 7.1 mi
Snowdon Mountain Railway 7.3 mi
National Slate Museum 7.3 mi
National Trust
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 10.9 mi
Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 13.9 mi
Bodnant Garden 19.5 mi
Aberconwy House 21.4 mi
Plas yn Rhiw 25.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Beddgelert - Llyn Dinas - Nanmor Valley - Pass of Aberglaslyn 0.3 mi
Beddgelert - Gelert's Grave - River Glaslyn - River Colwyn 0.5 mi
Nantmor - Cwm Bychan - Sygun Copper Mines - Beddgelert 1.5 mi
Beddgelert Forest 1.7 mi
Nant Gwynnant - Pen-y-pass - Nant Gwynnant 2.5 mi
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Cae Du Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Cae Du Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Cae Du Campsite? Families can inspire their kids with a love of nature on a stroll along the Aberglaslyn Gorge straight from the campsite. Seasoned hikers might make for the start of the Watkin Path … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Cae Du Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Cae Du Campsite? From £29 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.