Campgrounds for backpackers in Wales

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

Cymmo Farm Wild Camping

• Motorhomes Tents Camping and Bed & Breakfast
• Near horseshoe falls ideal base for exploring wales or just relaxing

Hendwr Caravan Park

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

Cerrighedd

• Wild camping field with sea and hill views in Snowdonia National Park
• A 20-minute walk to Barmouth beach; Harlech Castle a 15-minute drive
• Peaceful off-grid site off the A496, close to the beach and mountains

The Land Campsite

• Peaceful Pembrokeshire countryside stay with family-friendly pitches
• A 25-minute drive from the coast and the Preseli Hills; lake nearby
• Firepits permitted; walking distance from a pub and country park

Picket Pods

• Small, friendly site on a farm 10 minutes' drive from Cowbridge
• Insulated and double-glazed pods with barbecue and electricity
• Ogmore and Southerndown beaches within 15 minutes' drive

Manorbier Youth Hostel

Alleston Farm Camping

• Peaceful site on a working farm five minutes from Pembroke
• Nearest beach 10 minutes' drive away; Tenby within 15 minutes
• Plenty of space, barbecues allowed, and stabling provided for horses

Cae Clyd Campsite and Touring Park

• Family-run site two minutes' walk from a private beach
• Spectacular views and sunsets close to Snowdonia National Park
• Five minutes from the Lon Eifion cycling and walking path

Wye Tipi Camping

• Smart rental tents by the River Wye, set up for small groups
• A 10-minute walk from Monmouth town centre
• Sister company offers activities including canoeing and climbing

Penrallt Coastal Campsite

Tyn Y Ffridd Farm Campsite

• Family friendly holiday site with assortment of accommodation
• Camping & Glamping with views of Snowdonia
• The perfect base to explore north Wales

Talywerydd Touring and Camping Park

• Peaceful site with spectacular sea views
• Four beaches within three miles
• Close to beaches, golf courses and coarse and fishing lakes

The Hideaway Wild Camping Retreat

• Bell tent at pop-up Anglesey site five mins' drive from the coast
• Cemaes Bay five minutes’ drive; Newborough Forest 50 minutes
• Dog-friendly site with free-range chickens and ducks for fresh eggs

Dee Valley Stays

• Cosy self-catering lodge in peaceful surroundings in North Wales
• Nestled on a wooded hillside overlooking the magnificent Dee Valley
• Family-run business, village location, within easy reach of Snowdonia