Garthyfog

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  • Dog-friendly South Snowdonia site one mile from the Mawddach estuary
  • Walks from the site; 20 minutes’ drive to Coed y Brenin Forest Park
  • Within walking distance of the shops in Fairbourne
Got a thing for mountains, waterfalls and mountain biking trails? Or perhaps a cycle-easy trail along an estuary, followed by paddleboarding around Barmouth harbour? Such is the story at Garthyfog, a dog-friendly site in south Snowdonia, one mile from the Mawddach estuary. With Barmouth’s beach, harbour and promenade an hour’s walk or 20 minutes’ cycle away, you’ll have all the pleasures of coastal camping to mix and match with the mountain biking mecca at Coed y Brenin Forest Park (20 minutes’ drive) or hilly hikes up Penygader (25 minutes). Pitches here are sheltered and tucked away on a hill, so they’re not all level. With this hillside position, views are rather handsome and make for a pretty backdrop to any barbecue. Whether it’s walking, climbing or mountain biking you’ve got in mind, you’ll always have the site to prop your feet up at afterwards. Having operated for many years (with guests often returning), you’ll have a well-kept toilet block, two showers, two toilets and a dishwashing area at your disposal. As for the seaside… well, when you’re not ambling down to Barmouth over the Mawddach estuary via the grand Barmouth Bridge, the seaside village of Fairbourne is just 45 minutes’ stroll – that's a yes to the beach, as well as restaurants, pubs, shops and fish and chip shops.

Campground type

Tent sites 25
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 3
RV & Motorhome sites 1
Open now
Opens 7 April
Please note
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • A charge of GBP1.00 ($2.10) applies for the use of the shower.
  • Guests under the age of 17 are not allowed on site.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Units longer than 5 metres are not allowed.
  • Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the campground/park are unlit.
  • There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
  • The maximum campervan size permitted is 5 metres long x 2 metres wide as access to the site is via a narrow lane with walls on both sides.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Open from Mon, 7 Apr to

Site types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 202 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

98% would recommend this campground to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

Beautiful, peaceful spot with cracking views & super friendly owners. Showers/toilets are spotless. Great for walks, cycling & checking out towns like Barmouth. Pitches can be a bit wonky, but it's a top-notch, good value getaway.

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Fantastic site! The owners were fabulous, the toilets and showers were spotless, the…

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Ellie F.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Fantastic site!
The owners were fabulous, the toilets and showers were spotless, the site and views were beautiful! ⛰️☀️
Will definitely return soon.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful site with a laid back atmosphere and plenty to do nearby!

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Naomi B.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked - Beautiful location surrounded by trees and overlooking the estuary
- A lovely warm welcome when I arrived and plenty of information around local walks was given
- Clean and spacious facilities
- Firepits and picnic tables dotted around for anyone to use
- Surrounded by wildlife (bring earplugs if bird noises are likely to wake you up 🤭)

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent hidden gem

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Nicola F.

Unpowered grass and earth campervan site (small)

Liked Location was absolutely perfect. A beautiful walk over the estuary to Barmouth.
Host was brilliant, so kind, enthusiastic and let us stay past our time so we could shower after parkrun.

Disliked Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Sheltered, sunny, clean, friendly.

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Alex C.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Great site, beautifully sheltered from the estuary winds. Hot roomy showers and handy kitchen and recycling facilities. Campsite host was lovely with lots of local knowledge and recommendations for walks and attractions. Highly recommended.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Very good value

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Geoff B.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Quiet, great views and helpful staff.

Disliked Uneven pitches, only two toilets and showers.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Beautiful mountain views, and we even witnessed a stunning sunset from our…

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Vera T.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Beautiful mountain views, and we even witnessed a stunning sunset from our spot. Very friendly and helpful hosts. Lovely hot shower, well-maintained bathrooms. Peaceful surroundings.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent place will definitely book shsin

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked What a find !!!absolutely stunning views great host very quiet & relaxing great walks near by shower & toilets very clean

Recommend to friends Visit again

Top top site !

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Ada L.

Unpowered grass and earth campervan site (small)

Liked Absolutely brilliant site. We parked (camper van + 2 dogs, at the bottom of the site and had lovely views through to the estuary. Couple of chocks sorted the slope. Wasn’t a problem at all.

The showers, toilets and kitchen area were all super clean - best we’ve experienced!. The site is tucked away and was so quiet. Brilliant location.

Barmouth is only 2miles away, Bethan gave directions and was very helpful. Really lovely walk on pony / foot trek paths, across the pedestrian bridge into Barmouth.

Disliked Nothing!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly, clean, scenic, peaceful.

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Place is scenic, facilities clean, and the location is ideal for exploring sea and hills, then getting a good sleep. Shower is hot and good pressure, lots of space to leave your dry things dry.

Disliked Do remember to bring a coin for the shower. We got change from the local pub so no drama if you don't.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite located in a beautiful part of the world. Toilets and…

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Sean K.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Great campsite located in a beautiful part of the world. Toilets and showers were first class and overall just unbeatable value for money. Would definitely return.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Adults only

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 Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. 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 Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Bush Leave the car at home Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Garthyfog

Arthog

Gwynedd

Wales

LL39 1AX

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.70575°N
4.02056°W

Route directions

Access to the site is through a narrow lane with dry stone walls on either side and not suitable for large campervans or motor homes.

Nearest transport

Coach
25.9 km Sportsman
26 km Tesco
27.2 km Market Square
Rail
0.8 km Morfa Mawddach Rail Station
2.2 km Fairbourne Rail Station
3.1 km Barmouth Rail Station
Ferry
2.2 km Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
2.6 km Barmouth Ferry Landing
47.9 km Aberdaron 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

Whether you’re a newbie to the whole walking thing or a seasoned trail veteran, there are walks for all levels locally… and some straight from the site. Perhaps you’ll want to set your sights on Arthog Waterfalls (half an hour’s walk) or go straight for the big gun, Penygader’s mountain trails (under three hours’ walk or 25 minutes’ drive). Those of you who prefer to pedal your way about may want to make headway for the The Mawddach Trail (around half an hour’s walk). This nine-mile traffic-free highway runs down a disused railway line from beachy Barmouth to Dolgellau, where you might want to extend your route along the Precipice Walk (15 minutes’ drive) through meadows, woodlands and a conifer plantation. Your blood may already be pumping from all the activities, but those of you who are after adrenaline practically on tap will want to head on up to Zip World Slate Caverns (50 minutes), where zipwires and trampolines will take things to new heights – not literally, though, as they’re part of an underground cave system.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Fairbourne 2.8 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Barmouth 3.4 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Tal-Y-Bont 9.2 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dyffryn (Llanendwyn) 11 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Tywyn 14.8 km Sea GoodGoodGoodExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 14.4 km

MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 17 km

CADW - Harlech Castle 18 km

Portmeirion Gardens 23.7 km

Ffestiniog Railway 25.3 km

National Trust

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 40.4 km

Plas yn Rhiw 42.5 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Fairbourne to Barmouth 2.2 km

Llynau Greggan from Ty Nant 6.4 km

Cadair Idris 6.4 km

Cadair Idris by the Fox's Path 7.1 km

Mawddach Estuary 7.6 km

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.

Nearest campgrounds

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable campgrounds.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Garthyfog have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Garthyfog dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Garthyfog? Whether you’re a newbie to the whole walking thing or a seasoned trail veteran, there are walks for all levels locally… and some straight from the site. Perhaps you’ll want to set … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Garthyfog?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  7:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  11:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Garthyfog? From $41.28 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.