Mynydd Mawr Camping Site

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  • Family-run Llŷn Peninsula site with stunning sea views
  • Aberdaron 10 minutes' drive away; 15 minutes to the 'Whistling Sands'
  • Café on site for breakfasts, lunches, drinks and sweet treats
The location at the very tip of the Llŷn Peninsula means you’ll have to make a bit of an effort to get to Mynydd Mawr Camping Site – but boy, is that journey worth it. The views from this family-run site are quite spectacular, looking out over the sea towards Ynys Enlli (Bardsey Island) in one direction and the nearby mountain landscapes in the other. Well away from urban development, main roads and busy lifestyles, this is a fabulous place to slow down, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and soak up the gorgeous scenery. It’s particularly excellent at sunset, so you may like to bring along a few snacks and sundowners ready for the evening; you’ll also be allowed to light a campfire or barbecue as long as it’s in an off-ground container. Facilities on site include a bathroom block with toilets and metered showers, plus a chemical disposal point, a freezer for ice packs and a washing-up area that also serves as a handy local information point. The on-site café sells breakfasts, light lunches, drinks, ice creams and tempting spread of homemade cakes (essential after a long walk on the nearby Wales Coast Path, of course…). Speaking of the coast path, it’s right there next to the site, so it’s easy to set off on a jaunt to places like Porthor (Whistling Sands beach) or the village of Aberdaron. If you don’t fancy the walk, it’s a 10-minute drive to Aberdaron, which has pubs, shops, cafés and takeaways as well as a lovely sandy beach.

Site type

Tent pitches 40
Touring caravan pitches 40
Motorhome pitches 40
Open now
Opens 31 March
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Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Open from Tue 31 Mar to

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Reviews

9.2

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Spectacular scenery

95% would recommend this site to a friend

93% would stay here again

What customers say

This campsite boasts stunning views and a peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for walkers and those seeking a quiet escape. Guests frequently praise the immaculate cleanliness of the facilities, including toilets and showers, though some find the shower's timed, coin-operated nature inconvenient. Many appreciate the spacious pitches and the on-site cafe. A recurring point is the lack of phone signal and Wi-Fi, which some enjoy for a digital detox, while others find it problematic. The hilly terrain requires chocks or careful pitch selection.

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Beautiful location, great links to the…

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leah marie J. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Beautiful location, great links to the coastal path. Owners are very kind and accommodating.

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The site is absolutely perfect if…

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Lil S. 1 review

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked The site is absolutely perfect if you want a basic, no-nonsense campsite with a glorious view, clean toilets and friendly owners. We particularly enjoyed the freedom to camp anywhere we liked, and being able to park next to our pitch was a huge advantage to us. It was excellent value for money and exactly as advertised. Knowing about the lack of signal in advance meant we could plan for it so it wasn't a problem - in fact it was nice to get away from everything.

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Sorry it was 1 night only - would come again

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Lovely site

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Lovely location, friendly staff, clean facilities,…

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Sarah K. 2 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Lovely location, friendly staff, clean facilities, good value for money.

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Nice during the week. Peaceful with…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Nice during the week. Peaceful with amazing views. Decent showers and clean. Nice cafe. Friendly owners.

Disliked Weekend got very busy and was noisy with some large groups past 11pm. Quiet time not enforced. Would visit again during the week.
Would be difficult to find a level pitch if arriving late and during busy time.

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Joanne S. 3 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Friendly welcome. Beautiful views. Clean facilities. Fabulous nearby walks.

Disliked Nothing

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Lovely little campsite where you can…

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Adele H. 11 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Lovely little campsite where you can leave the stress of the real world behind and just relax for a few days!
Amazing coastline walks
Friendly staff
Fabulous cafe on site
Good facilities
Beautiful scenery
No phone signal! Was bliss

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Nice site, would definitely return, but would use on board facilities

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Anonymous

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Liked Incredible views and great access to coastal paths
Basic facilities
Great little on site cafe, although we didn’t use

Disliked Showers disappointing, additional £1 charge for 5 mins, but had push button which you literally had to press every 7 seconds😳
When site is busy 2 showers not enough and to be honest could be cleaner.
Be prepared for very sloping pitches
Could do with quiet rule after 10pm as some groups very noisy

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Site was great. Beautiful setting. Friendly…

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Anonymous

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Site was great. Beautiful setting. Friendly staff. Other campers were really pleasant. Facilities were of high standard.

Disliked Only thing was the lack of mobile signal and wi-fi on site.

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Brilliant location close to the coastal…

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Simon A. 6 reviews

Non-electric grass pitch

Liked Brilliant location close to the coastal path and with a view out to Bardsey Island. The landscape is stunning. Very peaceful and relaxed. Friendly owner who also staffed the cafe which was handy for a breakfast bap.

Disliked N/A

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Features

Dogs 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 Watersports

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

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Shop nearby

Type

Medium (26-50 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Fishing nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Mynydd Mawr Camping Site

Llanllawen Fawr

Aberdaron

Pwllheli

Gwynedd

Wales

LL53 8BY

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.79534°N
4.75553°W

Nearest transport

Coach
15.5 mi Bus Station
19 mi Brynbachau
19.1 mi Brynbachau
Rail
15.6 mi Pwllheli Rail Station
17.5 mi Abererch Rail Station
19 mi Penychain Rail Station
Ferry
1.9 mi Aberdaron Ferry Landing
3.3 mi Bardsey Island Ferry Landing
30 mi Barmouth Ferry Landing

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

That sea view from the site is lovely, but it’s just one of the fabulous coastal vistas to check out while you’re in the area. The sandy beach at Aberdaron (10 minutes’ drive) is a great choice for a family day out, with rockpools and sheltered waves to paddle in, and you’ll also want to check out the intriguing ‘Whistling Sands’ of Porthor (15 minutes), so named because they squeak when you walk on the beach on a hot day. Other options include the quiet Porth Iago (20 minutes), stylish Abersoch (half an hour) and surfers’ favourite Porth Neigwl (35 minutes). For lots of guests, a real highlight is a visit to Porthdinllaen (half an hour) and Tŷ Coch Inn, often voted among the world’s best pubs for its fabulous setting right on the beach. For something a bit different, take a boat trip to Bardsey Island, a nature reserve known for its spiritual history, from Porth Meudwy (10 minutes) or head to Llanbedrog (half an hour) to hike up the Iron Man before a dip in the sea.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Aberdaron 1.9 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentGoodExcellent
Porth Neigwl 8.5 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Abersoch 10.8 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Morfa Nefyn 12.8 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentGood
Pwllheli 15.1 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

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National Trust

Plas yn Rhiw 6 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Morfa Nefyn - around Headland - Porth Dinllaen 12.7 mi

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Nefyn - Porth Dinllaen - Morfa Nefyn - Nefyn 13.6 mi

Car Park - Nant Gwrtheyrn - Gallt y Bwlch - Car Park 17.4 mi

B4417 - Tre'r Ceiri - B4417 18.7 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 Mynydd Mawr Camping Site have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Mynydd Mawr Camping Site dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Mynydd Mawr Camping Site? That sea view from the site is lovely, but it’s just one of the fabulous coastal vistas to check out while you’re in the area. The sandy beach at Aberdaron (10 minutes’ … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Mynydd Mawr Camping Site?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  12 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  12 p.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Mynydd Mawr Camping Site? From £30 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.