Fronalchen Caravan Park
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- 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
Site type
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Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- Group bookings of 6 or more adults are not permitted (couples and immediate family members excepted).
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- A cable measuring at least 20 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Open from Fri, 18 Apr to
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass touring pitch
6 people maximum 
9.2/10
45 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24
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Electric grass touring pitch
6 people maximum 7.7/10
56 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30
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Non-electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum 9.1/10
108 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 8m width × 6m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £24
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Electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum 8.4/10
88 reviews Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 6m width × 8m depth (48m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30
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Reviews
85% would recommend this site to a friend
83% would stay here again
What customers say
This is a beautiful, basic campsite in a stunning location with spectacular mountain views and a river. Visitors praise the friendly and helpful staff, spacious pitches, and clean facilities, particularly the hot showers. It's ideal for exploring local walks and towns. However, some guests noted that toilet facilities could be improved and occasional noise from other campers, though this is not the norm. Overall, it offers great value for a peaceful getaway.
Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews
Friendly camp, easy to find, lots…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Friendly camp, easy to find, lots of toilets.
We loved it and will definitely come back again- great value for money!
Disliked Did seem to be a queue for the shower
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Enjoyed our stay here, close to Mach loop and the beautiful mountains
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Lovely clean campsite and the scenery is great.
Recommend to friends Visit again
large camping space well maintained and…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked large camping space well maintained and beautiful view
Disliked only one washing up station
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Lovely site
Electric grass tent pitch
Liked Nice and clean site. Could do with cutting the grass.
Showers amd toliets clean.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Beautiful spot next to the river…
Electric grass tent pitch
Liked Beautiful spot next to the river
Disliked Discussing toilets and showers, no place to wash your teeth, no mirror in ladies toilets; only one sink for washing dishes
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Liked the size of the campsite,…
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Liked the size of the campsite, the fact that there were proper toilet and shower facilities, the views around the campsite and its location in relation to both Dolgellau and the Mach loop.
Recommend to friends Visit again
Great budget option
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Great views, loads of space to choose from, no fuss check in process. We would come back again.
Disliked Locks on ladies toilets door did not lock. There is also some road noise, that could be a problem for some, not a problem for us.
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Overall a lovely peaceful back to basics site. Would visit again.
Electric grass tent pitch
Liked We stayed Sunday till Saturday. Plenty of space so peaceful as site not busy. Kids loved playing in the stream that runs alongside. Showers good pressure and temperature, can feel slightly closed in but they were clean. Porta loos dotted around the field, which were very clean and toilet paper stocked up twice daily. Come Friday is got very busy so wasn’t as peaceful. This was more due to a couple of groups who were close by. Loved that we could have a fire and being able to hire a drum and buy good dry wood for this.
The generator cut out twice during our stay think this was more to do with appliances/ EHU cables, although once owners aware of the generator quickly sorted.
Disliked Toilet block in need of replacing which I believe is currently in the process of being done.
Washing up area only cold water and no drainage, we reverted to washing up in the tent.
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Fab location, could be a great site with improvements needed
Electric grass touring pitch
Liked Beautiful setting, surrounded by mountains and green fields. Quiet, unspoiled.
Disliked Toilets and washing up facilities need vastly upgrading which looks like is the process. No signage from road, unlike other campsites in the area. Not enough water taps.
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Enjoyed my holiday but wouldn't go again
Electric grass tent pitch
Liked Beautiful location, river at the edge of campsite gorgeous, lovely and peaceful when we went
Disliked Toilet situation is awful, porta loos stank like sewage, and dirty damaged toilets, shower block is like trying to get dry in a sauna as no ventilation, washing up facilities is 1 sink with no hot water and not connected to anything so you get wet feet because it just pours out of the bottom, only 1 water tap usually connected to the showers so not usable so have to use the tap at the washing up sink and if someone is washing up, you have to wait to collect water
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Features
Portable toilet
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
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit 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' paradiseUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No hot water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Fronalchen Caravan Park
Fronalchen
Dolgellau
Gwynedd
Wales
LL40 2AD
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.75167°N
3.85202°W
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barmouth | 9 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Fairbourne | 9.5 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Tal-Y-Bont | 10.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Dyffryn (Llanendwyn) | 11.6 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Llandanwg | 12.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 11.1 mi
CADW - Harlech Castle 13 mi
Portmeirion Gardens 15.2 mi
Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 15.3 mi
Ffestiniog Railway 16.5 mi
National Trust
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 20.8 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
The Precipice Walk, north of Dolgellau 1.5 mi
The New Precipice Walk from Llanelltyd 2 mi
Mawddach Estuary 3.4 mi
Cadair Idris by the Fox's Path 3.4 mi
Cadair Idris 3.9 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 Fronalchen Caravan Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Fronalchen Caravan Park dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Fronalchen Caravan Park? Guests with one foot in the past will find plenty nearby to keep them entertained. Start by poking around the ruins of Cymer Abbey, 10 minutes’ drive away, before diving into ancient … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Fronalchen Caravan Park?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Fronalchen Caravan Park? From £24 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.