Campgrounds for backpackers in Mid Wales

Brecon Beacons Boutique Camping

• Smart outdoor accommodation in a Brecon Beacons walled garden
• A 10-minute drive from Crickhowell; 15 minutes from Abergavenny
• Set in the grounds of the Glanusk Estate; day fishing available

Brownhill Caravan Park

• Family-run site three miles from the beaches of Ceredigion Bay
• Close to coastal walks, outdoor activities and boat trips
• Swimming pool, playground, shop and licensed bar

Nantyrhelyg Camping

The Laws Pasture

• Simple pitches at a Mid Wales family farm with gorgeous views
• A five-minute drive from Knighton and the edge of the Shropshire Hills
• Close to walks including Offa's Dyke Path and Heart of Wales Trail

Gwalia Farm

• Adult-only pitches in a wild area of a working farm near Cemmaes
• Wildlife haven: look out for buzzards, newts, toads and otters
• Wild swimming allowed in the lake; beaches half an hour's drive away

Gwyliau Beudy Banc

Little Valley Wales

• Hanging tree tent at a private woodland area in rural Ceredigion
• A 15-minute drive to the coast path and beaches; New Quay 20 minutes
• Off-grid 'wild glamping' with firepit, kitchen and shower provided

Trai-A-Llanw

• Spectacular views of Cardigan Bay
• Basic but adequate facilities and a relaxed vibe
• Bordered by the Ceredigion Coast Path and a mile from Aberaeron

Argoed Lwyd Outdoor Education Centre

• Spacious self-contained units at a Brecon Beacons activity centre
• A 10-minute drive from Brecon and 20 minutes from Pen y Fan
• Instructors on site for guided walks, canoeing and gorge walking

Glan Mydyr Woodland Yurts

• Peaceful glamping site on six acres of woods and meadow
• Around five minutes' drive from Aberaeron and 15 from New Quay
• Communal room with kitchen, sofas, books, games and woodburner

Ponty Bargoed

• Quiet eight-acre site bordering the Cerfin river in Tregroes valley
• New Quay, Aberporth, Aberaeron and Penbryn Beach all 20 minutes’ drive
• Remote location in the countryside suited to walkers and cyclists

Clyngwyn Camping

• Dog-friendly site five minutes' walk from Sgwd Clun-Gwyn waterfall
• Brecon Beacons Visitor Centre and BikePark Wales 35 minutes’ drive
• Firepit and barbecue on site, plus a coffee shop selling hot food

Coed Esgair Las Blue Ridge Woods Wildcamp

• Discrete Dyfi Valley wild camping site in 30 acres of working woodland
• A 20-minute drive from Tywyn beach and Penygader
• Multiple firepit areas and a four-wheel drive shuttle available

Eva's Retreat

• Secluded and spacious six-acre site with views over Cardigan Bay
• A 15-minute drive to Aberystwyth; footpath access to coast path
• Firepit area and utility room for guest use; duck eggs for sale

Llangorse Multi Activity Centre

Maesmawr Farm Resort

• Level site with mountain views, close to the River Severn
• Family-run with priority on customer service
• Within half a mile of Caersws village and the Mid Wales Arts Centre

Escape Camping

• Remote rural site with spectacular views, close to Trefeglwysv village
• Pony trekking, paintballing, fishing and golf locally
• Woodland area, stream and woodland paths leaving from the grounds