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 27 March
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 ($1.88) applies for the use of the shower.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 18 or over.
  • Units longer than 5 metres are not allowed.
  • 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. Although only adults can book through Pitchup there may be children onsite.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Open from Fri, 27 Mar to

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Reviews

9.6

Overall rating from 185 Pitchup.com customers

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Peaceful

97% would recommend this campground to a friend

95% would stay here again

What customers say

Charming spot with great views & a warm welcome. Toilets & showers always spotless. Perfect base for exploring, owners super helpful. Sloping pitches are a cinch, great value. Midges are the only slight bother.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 21/07/2026

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Peaceful back to nature campsite

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 Niki W. 5 reviews

Unpowered grass and earth campervan site (small)

Liked What a gorgeous peaceful little campsite. The owners were so friendly and helpful with advice on best place to pick onsite and local walks. I arrived on a Thursday and there was no one else there. There are not nessarily designated pitches but a few tables and fire pits around which indicate good spots. 2 spots had been reserved but apart from that I had my pick. I choose a little corner atv the top of the site for my van and two dogs near the shower/toilet block. The camp site is on a hill so be mindful of this but it definitely wasn't an issue for me. I had a lovely view down the campsite. Those on the other side will be able to see the estuary so it really depends what you want. I wanted a quiet enclosed corner. Stayed 3 nights. Great facilities. 2 very good showers (don't forget your pound coins) and 2 flushing toilets. Washing up facilities with hot water too. The walks straight from the site make this a 10 out of 10 for me as once I'm set up I don't want to move the van. I would definitely stay here again. Bonus as well on Vodafone I even got 5g!

Disliked Nothing at all

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So quiet and picturesque, the owner…

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Joe S. 3 reviews

Unpowered grass and earth campervan site (small)

Liked So quiet and picturesque, the owner was really friendly and helpful. Highly recommended

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite and location ,…

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robert l. 2 reviews

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Great campsite and location , good facilities

Disliked need to clear some brush from the trees at the side of the pitch to allow sea views , it would be amazing then

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Coming again !!!

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Michael M. 3 reviews

Unpowered grass and earth campervan site (small)

Liked Nice quiet site, lovely views and really clean and friendly owner

Disliked Nothing

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I like how quiet the site…

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 Simon G. 1 review

Unpowered grass and earth campervan site (small)

Liked I like how quiet the site was . It was a great location to Barmouth an hour walk via the Estuary and 30 min drive .

The onsite facilities were very well maintained.

The camp host was fantastic and welcoming .

This location was the perfect getaway for the weekend with the weather to match

Disliked The narrow sloping entrance to the site but this was my only negative as it is stated on the information.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Brilliant spot , simple as me as described

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Chris J. 3 reviews

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Very friendly owner , couldn't do enough to help

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice site, will definitely stay again

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Andy G. 3 reviews

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked The site was only small and not overcrowded. The toilets and showers were clean. The owners were friendly and full of advice and ideas for walks and bike rides.
The camping field is on a bit of a slope, but nothing I couldn't cope with. This is clearly stated I their description.
Would not hesitate to stay there again.

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Excellent natural site in a great location

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass and earth campervan site (small)

Liked Idyllic green site with a lovely peaceful feel.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great location, great host, and a…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Great location, great host, and a warm welcome

Disliked £1 for a shower

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showers and toilets very clean, pretty…

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aeris c. 6 reviews

Unpowered grass and earth campervan site (small)

Liked showers and toilets very clean, pretty view from site

Disliked sloped ground was impractical but it was mentioned in the description, a little bit annoying that you have to pay for showers

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

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

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.

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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 $45.80 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.