Gyrn Ddu Campsite

View prices & book 9.6 60 reviews
Grass pitch with sea views
Grass pitch with sea views
Path to the grass pitch and sea view
Sheltered pitch
Grass pitch and gyrn ddu mountain
Gyrn goch
Gyrn goch mountain from the site
Grass pitch overlooked by gyrn ddu
Grass pitch with sea and mountain views
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Path to the grass pitch and sea view
Sheltered pitch
Grass pitch and gyrn ddu mountain

  • Adults-only site on Llŷn Peninsula, 15 minutes’ drive from Pwllheli
  • Direct walks to Gyrn Ddu and Gyrn Goch; Caernarfon 20 minutes' drive
  • Spacious, secluded pitches; footpath to the beach
On the northern shore of Gwynedd’s Llŷn Peninsula National Landscape, Gyrn Ddu Campsite is named after one of the two mountains that provide a backdrop to its lushly green setting (the other peak being Gyrn Goch). Nearby mountains can only mean one thing: epic walks await. And make no mistake: there are plenty of trails to explore in this area. Gyrn Ddu and Gyrn Goch are both accessible on foot from this adults-only site, and the car park for Yr Eifl is a 10-minute drive away. The site also has direct access via a footpath to a peaceful pebbly beach that seems to be made for long, relaxing walks with your significant other – or for a spot of paddleboarding (you will need your own equipment). When you first arrive at the site, leave your car in the designated parking area and grab a wheelbarrow to ferry your belongings to your spacious pitch, which feels gloriously private and secluded; each is accessed via a little path cutting through the long grass. This is wild camping (or maybe it’s more accurate to say it is low-impact camping), with more than a few convenient facilities: from toilets and showers, to a washing-up area and water points. Spectacular views and the likelihood of spotting assorted wildlife (buzzards and other birds of prey, plus ducks and rabbits) complete the picture. Barbecues and campfires are allowed, and the nearest store is in Trefor (five minutes); the site is also handy for the A499, which takes you to Pwllheli and the south coast of the peninsula in about 15 minutes. Bus stops are near the site's entrance for bus route 12 between Pwllheli and Caernarfon.

Site type

Tent pitches 17
Motorhome pitches 3
Open now
Opens 1 May
Please note
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.

Languages spoken

English

German

Russian

Welsh

Open from Fri 1 May to

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Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.6

Overall rating from 60 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Spectacular sceneryPeaceful

98% would recommend this site to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite offers a tranquil escape with stunning mountain and sea views. Pitches are well-spaced, private, and equipped with fire pits and picnic benches. A short walk leads to a secluded beach. Facilities, including toilets and showers, are consistently praised for cleanliness, although some noted they could be dated. The site is adult-only and dog-free, contributing to its peaceful atmosphere. Road noise is occasionally mentioned but generally not disruptive, particularly at night. Owners are frequently described as friendly and helpful, with an efficient check-in process.

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Rugged Views and Coastal Hues

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 Nicki W. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked The view from this campsite is outstanding! We had a sheltered one as it was scheduled to be windy during our stay and it was really private, just in front of the gorgeous hillside and surrounded by lush greens. The other pitches available include mountain views and some with stunning seascapes so I don't think you would be disappointed either way.
Check in was fairly simple, a quick call to the number on site by the car park.
There were plenty of wheelbarrows available to take your items to the pitch and it was quite nice not having your car directly beside the tent.
There is a 10 minute easy walk to a lovely little pebble beach that we did most evenings and its close to a number of shops for picking up supplies. It is a great mix for those who want to have the experience of staying in a wild environment with some home style comforts. There is a fire pit on each pitch and wood available to buy with a quick scan of the QR code.
We would definitely choose to stay here again if in this area! 🩷

Disliked The facilities were slightly dated but were super clean and there was always hot water in both the toilets and showers.
This area was lit up well at night for viability.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing location on eco site

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Daniel B. 10 reviews

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch (sea view)

Liked Good size pitches well spaced
Amazing setting with both mountain and sea views
Picnic table and fire pit provided
Access to nice beach with lovely beaches nearby
Facilities OK for a small eco site

Disliked Can be windy
Some traffic noise but not much at night

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Everything! Peaceful and lovely individual pitches…

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pete r. 1 review

Non-electric grass tent pitch (sea view)

Liked Everything! Peaceful and lovely individual pitches set amongst the grasses.

Disliked Nothing!

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Great views with a path down…

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 Lindsey W. 1 review

Non-electric grass campervan or tent pitch (sea view)

Liked Great views with a path down to the beach, facilities were clean, fire pit with logs to purchase, had everything we needed

Recommend to friends Visit again

One of the best camp sites I've been too

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Peter H. 6 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch (sea view)

Liked Everything

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful pitches and great facilities! Stunning…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch (sea view)

Liked Beautiful pitches and great facilities! Stunning scenery and friendly people! What more can you ask for!?

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite, would stay again

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Kitty M. 4 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch (sea view)

Liked Private pitches, good size and good distance from each other. Great facilities. Not too busy, and the other guests were quiet. Lovely owners, good communication. Close to all kinds of beautiful places:)

Disliked Nothing to dislike

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Big pitches and park benches are…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch (sea view)

Liked Big pitches and park benches are super handy, and having showers on-site is awesome.

Recommend to friends Visit again

This was the second time we…

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Giedre K. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass tent pitch

Liked This was the second time we visited this campsite.
The location is great and quiet, the sea is nearby, the shower has hot water.
I highly recommend!
I can't wait to come back again !

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The location was beautiful, views were…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass tent pitch (sea view)

Liked The location was beautiful, views were amazing, our actual pitch felt very private. Loos and showers were clean.

Disliked Road noise

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No dogs allowed

Adults only

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access 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 Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on site

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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby Shop nearby

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Nearby 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 Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Gyrn Ddu Campsite

Clynnog Fawr

Caernarfon

Gwynedd

Wales

LL54 5PS

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.00308°N
4.39599°W

Nearest transport

Coach
5.8 mi Povey`s Garage
5.8 mi Povey's Garage
7.2 mi Brynbachau
Rail
7.3 mi Abererch Rail Station
7.3 mi Penychain Rail Station
8 mi Pwllheli Rail Station
Ferry
19.1 mi Aberdaron Ferry Landing
23.3 mi Holyhead Ferry Terminal
23.9 mi Bardsey Island Ferry Landing
Airport
18.3 mi Anglesey Airport

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.

Local attractions

Exhibits at the Airworld Aviation Museum (15 minutes’ drive) span several decades, with a de Havilland Vampire from the 1940s and several post-World War II fighter aircraft. There’s also a replica of the plane with which Blériot first crossed the English Channel in 1909. Sitting on the River Seiont, the medieval castle at Caernarfon (20 minutes) is a UNESCO World Heritage site, alongside several other Welsh fortresses built by Edward I. For the best views, head across the river to the Aber Foreshore, a popular cycling route. Also in town is Caer Rufeinig Segontium, the remains of an ancient Roman fort. Mountains, valleys, marshes and forests are among the diverse and stunning landscapes at Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park (35 minutes). This is also a top spot for stargazing; if your interests are more of the adrenalin-fuelled kind, head to Zip World Llechwedd, where you can launch across an old quarry on a zipline.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Morfa Dinlle 6.1 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Glan Don Beach 8 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Morfa Nefyn 8.1 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentGood
Pwllheli 8.6 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Criccieth 9.1 mi Sea GoodGoodExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Criccieth Castle 9.1 mi

Caernarfon Castle 10.6 mi

Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog) 12 mi

Ffestiniog Railway 12.5 mi

Portmeirion Gardens 13.8 mi

National Trust

Plas yn Rhiw 15.5 mi

Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 15.5 mi

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 23.3 mi

Bodnant Garden 29.4 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Gyrn Goch - Afon Hen - Gyrn Goch 1 mi

Clynnog Fawr - Bwlch Mawr - Gyrn Ddu - Bryn-yr-Eryr - Clynnog Fawr 1.7 mi

B4417 - Tre'r Ceiri - B4417 2.4 mi

Aberdesach - Lleyn Coast Path - Garn Fawr - Aberdesach 3 mi

Car Park - Nant Gwrtheyrn - Gallt y Bwlch - Car Park 3.4 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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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Gyrn Ddu Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Gyrn Ddu Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Gyrn Ddu Campsite? Exhibits at the Airworld Aviation Museum (15 minutes’ drive) span several decades, with a de Havilland Vampire from the 1940s and several post-World War II fighter aircraft. There’s also a replica of … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Gyrn Ddu Campsite?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Gyrn Ddu Campsite? From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.