When can I check in and check out of Garthyfog?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Garthyfog?

From $27.04 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Garthyfog

View prices & book Last booked 12 hours ago 9.7 235 reviews

Visitor image of the main camping field (added by manager 12 Sep 2022)

Dog-friendly South Snowdonia site two miles from the Mawddach estuary
Walks from the site; 20 minutes’ drive to Coed y Brenin Forest Park
Free-range eggs available; walking distance to Fairbourne for shops

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, two miles 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 – you might find that the site’s free-range eggs steal the show, though, if you get your hands on those. 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.

Site type

Open now

Please note

The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
A charge of £1.00 ($1.75) applies for the use of the shower.
Units longer than 5 metres are not allowed.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.
There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Open from Mon, Apr 1 to Thu, Oct 31 2024

Pitch types & availability

Primitive grass and earth campervan campsite (small)

2 people maximum

Ground type: Grass and earth

Pitch size: unlimited

2 people maximum

Maximum vehicle length and width is 5x2 metres.

One Class B motorhome allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

unlimited

Ground type

Grass and earth

0 rooms

Suitable for

Class B motorhome, (Motorhome not allowed)

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Bring an awning 1 included, 1 max.
Bring a shelter tent 1 included, 1 max.
Car 0 included, 1 max.

Car parking by site/unit
Fire ring

Other restrictions

Extras

Dog (2 max)

£3 (£3) per stay
Extra car (1 max)

£3 (£3) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £15 (£15) 1 night, 2 adults

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Primitive grass tent campsite

2 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: unlimited

2 people maximum

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

unlimited

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Bring a shelter tent 1 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by site/unit

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max)		£3 (£3) per stay
Bring an awning (1 max)		£3 (£3) per stay
Dog (2 max)		£3 (£3) per stay
Extra car (1 max)		£3 (£3) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £15 (£15) 1 night, 2 adults

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Cau Bach primitive grass tent campsite (secluded)

2 people maximum

Ground type: Grass

Pitch size: unlimited

2 people maximum

One Tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

unlimited

Ground type

Grass

Suitable for

Tent, (Trailer tent not allowed)

Features

Bring a shelter tent 1 included, 1 max.

Car 1 included, 2 max.

Car parking by site/unit

Fire ring

Picnic table

Extras

Bring a gazebo (1 max)		£3 (£3) per stay
Bring an awning (1 max)		£3 (£3) per stay
Dog (2 max)		£3 (£3) per stay
Extra car (1 max)		£3 (£3) per stay

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £20 (£20) 1 night, 2 adults

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Reviews

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

View of barmouth walking over the viaduct which is a short walk from the site

I will definitely visit again with my two dogs. Highly recommended.

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Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	6

Rachel A. Sep 2024

Primitive grass and earth campervan campsite (small)

Liked: Everything was spot on.A gorgeous, peaceful site with tidy pitches, clean toilets and lovely hot showers . Beautiful views .Great pot washing facilities. Lovely, helpful owners. Thank you to them 🙂👍

Disliked: Having to leave.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely, friendly, helpful owners, gave us lots of information about the local…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	8
Facilities / Activities	8
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Wendy M. Sep 2024

Primitive grass and earth campervan campsite (small)

Liked: Lovely, friendly, helpful owners, gave us lots of information about the local area and things to do. Fabulous views and wonderful walks straight from the campsite. The Mawddach estuary is so beautful and the walk over to Barmouth superb. Spectacular sunsets.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely clean site with excellent wash facilities

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	8

Natalie H. Sep 2024

Primitive grass and earth campervan campsite (small)

Liked: We were lucky and bagged the best spot. The view was awesome and right near the wash facilities. Very quiet site with friendly owners.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent location, very clean and tidy facilities. Hosts more than happy and…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Anonymous Sep 2024

Cau Bach primitive grass tent campsite (secluded)

Liked: Excellent location, very clean and tidy facilities. Hosts more than happy and friendly to assist with any needs.

Disliked: Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Unfortunately due to a bereavement I was unable to go, but it…

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Andrew J. Sep 2024

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: Unfortunately due to a bereavement I was unable to go, but it looks like a lovely site, I want to ride the mawddach trail so maybe I'll try to visit sometime in the future

Recommend to friends Visit again

Charming

Overall	10/10
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Timothy H. Sep 2024

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: Low key, friendly site. Facilities well-kept - toilets, showers, wash-up. Quiet, well-sheltered, surrounded by trees and a view of the estuary and hills.

Disliked: Slight slope on field may be an issue for some

Recommend to friends Visit again

Second stay

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Anonymous Sep 2024

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: Great camp, location, facilities, hosts.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fabulous warm welcome. Private and secluded pitch. Lovely views. Excellent and clean…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Jenny M. Sep 2024

Cau Bach primitive grass tent campsite (secluded)

Liked: Fabulous warm welcome. Private and secluded pitch. Lovely views. Excellent and clean facilities. Great value for money.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Friendly host with clean facilities and spacious pitches

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	No rating

Lydia M. Sep 2024

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: We loved the location of the site, it was perfect for various walking routes. The site host was friendly and helpful and kept the facilities clean. There was plenty of space between pitches.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely place

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	2

Ann K. Aug 2024

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked: Beautiful location. Great facilities. Friendly, helpful hosts. There was a firepit and picnic bench on our pitch.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house 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

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit 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 Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Scouts welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

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

Themes

Budget/backpacker Forest Hikers’ paradise Leave the car at home Peaceful Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback 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

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

Airport

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	2020	2019	2018	2017
Fairbourne	2.8 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Barmouth	3.4 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Tal-Y-Bont	9.2 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Dyffryn (Llanendwyn)	11 km	Sea	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Tywyn	14.8 km	Sea	Good	Good	Good	Excellent

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.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Extras

A charge of £1.00 ($1.75) applies for the use of the shower.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.

Dogs

Dogs must be kept on leashes and supervised at all times.

Safety

Firearms are not permitted.

Occupancy

Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, caravan, RV or accommodation hire) traveling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.

Safety

Guests are advised to bring a good quality flashlight with them as parts of the park are unlit.

General

In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.

Arrivals and departures

Late arrivals must notify the park as soon as possible. Your booking will be held for 24 hours. After this period the management reserves the right to relet your unit.

Extras

Motorcycle(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

Occupancy

No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Safety

Please do not touch or feed the animals.

General

Quiet hours must be respected between 9 p.m. and 9 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and trunks must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behavior is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.

Dogs

The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).

General

The park is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Arrivals and departures

The park will send you further check-in information 7 day(s) before your arrival.

Reception

There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Vehicles

Units longer than 5 metres are not allowed.

Arrivals and departures

Units will be allocated on arrival.

Payment terms

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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?

RV, travel trailer and tent sites

Arrive: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Depart by: 11:30 a.m.

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How much does it cost to stay at Garthyfog? From $27.04 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.