Gyrn Ddu Campsite
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- Adults-only site on Llŷn Peninsula, 15 minutes’ drive from Pwllheli
- Direct walks to Gyrn Ddu and Gyrn Goch; Caernarfon 20 minutes' drive
- Spacious, secluded pitches; footpath to the beach
Site type
17
3
Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
- Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.
Languages spoken
English
German
Russian
Welsh
Open from Fri, May 1 to
Pitch types & availability
11 
Primitive grass campervan or tent campsite (sea view)
Adults only 
6 people maximum 
No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30) plus taxes or fees £12 (£12)
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Primitive grass tent campsite
Adults only 6 people maximum No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30) plus taxes or fees £12 (£12)
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Primitive grass tent campsite (sea view)
Adults only 6 people maximum No dogs allowed Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Max 10m width × 10m depth (100m²)
Arrival daysFrom £30 (£30) plus taxes or fees £12 (£12)
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Reviews
99% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This adult-only, dog-free site boasts private pitches with amazing sea/mountain views. Guests loved the clean facilities, privacy, and fire pits/picnic tables. Wheelbarrows provided. Short walk to a nice beach. Some road noise noted, but highly recommended for a quiet, scenic escape.
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Primitive grass tent campsite (sea view)
Liked Well laid out, private areas and well maintained. Lovely views of mountains around and beach within a few minutes walk
Disliked Quite near a main road so traffic noise throughout the day
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Beautiful quiet site, within walking distance…
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Anonymous Primitive grass campervan or tent campsite (sea view)
Liked Beautiful quiet site, within walking distance of the beach
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Perfect spot to chill out. Clean…
Anonymous Primitive grass tent campsite (sea view)
Liked Perfect spot to chill out. Clean and well kept facilities.
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Good. Would stay again.
Anonymous Primitive grass tent campsite (sea view)
Liked Spacious pitches and lovely uncut meadow areas. Sheltered pitches if needed. Stunning views. Good facilities. No dogs! Good to stay somewhere that is basic camping only.
Disliked Traffic noise from main road. Having to use phone to contact owners where signal difficult.
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Amazing campsite, very private pitches, extremely peaceful and quiet
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Location, Cleanliness
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Great Views from the pitches at…
Primitive grass tent campsite (sea view)
Liked Great Views from the pitches at the top of the hill you can see right across to the beach. The site facilities where clean and tidy, everything was just what you needed.
Disliked Only issue is you cant park by you pitch so have to use a wheel barrow (which they supply) to get your stuff to where you decide to camp! - not a negative just me being lazy I guess. 🙂
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Great site!
Primitive grass tent campsite (sea view)
Liked Really lovely site with views of the sea, every pitch is individual, private and very spacious, with a table bench and fire pit. Wheelbarrows to take your belongings from the car park to the pitch. Basic but very clean facilities. Very quiet despite the proximity to the road. The host, Helena, was very helpful too.
Disliked Nothing.
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Spacious site with lots of space between pitches
Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked Spacious adult only site with small number of individual pitches mown in wild grass, great privacy. Toilet facilities immaculately clean, helpful owner. Some pitches have sea view, small beach 10mins walk.
Disliked Road noise from A499 which is very close. Showers were too hot during heatwave!
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Primitive grass tent campsite
Liked The view from this campsite is outstanding! We had a sheltered one as it was scheduled to be windy during our stay and it was really private, just in front of the gorgeous hillside and surrounded by lush greens. The other pitches available include mountain views and some with stunning seascapes so I don't think you would be disappointed either way.
Check in was fairly simple, a quick call to the number on site by the car park.
There were plenty of wheelbarrows available to take your items to the pitch and it was quite nice not having your car directly beside the tent.
There is a 10 minute easy walk to a lovely little pebble beach that we did most evenings and its close to a number of shops for picking up supplies. It is a great mix for those who want to have the experience of staying in a wild environment with some home style comforts. There is a fire pit on each pitch and wood available to buy with a quick scan of the QR code.
We would definitely choose to stay here again if in this area! 🩷
Disliked The facilities were slightly dated but were super clean and there was always hot water in both the toilets and showers.
This area was lit up well at night for viability.
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Amazing location on eco site
Primitive grass campervan or tent campsite (sea view)
Liked Good size pitches well spaced
Amazing setting with both mountain and sea views
Picnic table and fire pit provided
Access to nice beach with lovely beaches nearby
Facilities OK for a small eco site
Disliked Can be windy
Some traffic noise but not much at night
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Features
No dogs allowed
Adults only
Campfires allowed
Leisure on park
Bar or club house Beach access Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports Wild swimmingAmenities on park
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Adults only Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowedThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearbyType
Small (11-25 sites)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Gyrn Ddu Campsite
Clynnog Fawr
Caernarfon
Gwynedd
Wales
LL54 5PS
Directions Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.00308°N
4.39599°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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morfa Dinlle | 9.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Glan Don Beach | 12.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Morfa Nefyn | 13.1 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| Pwllheli | 13.9 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Criccieth | 14.6 km | Sea | Good | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Criccieth Castle 14.6 km
Caernarfon Castle 17.1 km
Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog) 19.4 km
Ffestiniog Railway 20 km
Portmeirion Gardens 22.3 km
National Trust
Plas yn Rhiw 25 km
Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 25 km
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 37.4 km
Bodnant Garden 47.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Gyrn Goch - Afon Hen - Gyrn Goch 1.6 km
Clynnog Fawr - Bwlch Mawr - Gyrn Ddu - Bryn-yr-Eryr - Clynnog Fawr 2.8 km
B4417 - Tre'r Ceiri - B4417 3.8 km
Aberdesach - Lleyn Coast Path - Garn Fawr - Aberdesach 4.8 km
Car Park - Nant Gwrtheyrn - Gallt y Bwlch - Car Park 5.4 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 Gyrn Ddu Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Gyrn Ddu Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Gyrn Ddu Campsite? Exhibits at the Airworld Aviation Museum (15 minutes’ drive) span several decades, with a de Havilland Vampire from the 1940s and several post-World War II fighter aircraft. There’s also a replica of … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Gyrn Ddu Campsite?
Read moreRV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Gyrn Ddu Campsite? From $56.23 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.