Pen y Bwlch

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  • Off-grid grass pitches with fabulous views of Snowdonia National Park
  • A 15-minute drive to Caernarfon and Snowdon Mountain Railway
  • Barn with showers, drying area and storage for bikes or kayaks
Set in truly spectacular Caernarfon countryside, Pen y Bwlch overlooks mountains and rivers whichever way you turn. Just on the edge of Snowdonia National Park, this is a secluded retreat with lots of space that lends itself equally well to romantic getaways and relaxed family breaks. Off grid this place most certainly is, but it’s also only a 15-minute drive from Llanberis, at the foot of Snowdon – and the gateway to walking, cycling and climbing adventures in the national park – a bonus for all you active types out there. A round up of simple facilities includes an eco-composting toilet near the camping field and a hot shower in the barn a short walk away, where you can also dry your clothes (this is Wales, remember, so rain does sometimes appear) – and there’s also room to store your bikes and kayaks. It’s worth noting that open fires aren’t permitted in this untamed part of Snowdonia, so firepit-style barbecues aren’t allowed. And as this site is all about relaxing in nature, you'll be asked not to play loud music after 8pm.

Site type

Tent sites 3
Rent a tent 3
Open now
Opens 18 April
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
  • At least one of the party members must be aged 21 or over.
  • Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Open from Fri, 18 Apr to

Reviews

9.7

Overall rating from 105 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

98% would recommend this site to a friend

97% would stay here again

What customers say

Great spot for Snowdonia views, super friendly owners. Basic but clean facilities, warm showers. Remote location, but a good 'wild camping' vibe. Expect to carry gear, but the views and hospitality are top-notch. Lots plan to return.

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Excellent campsite with stunning scenery and lovely helpful owners.

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Louise C.

Bell tent

Liked Everything was amazing ,we had a great time.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Nice and quiet, lovely view…

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Marjan S.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Nice and quiet, lovely view

Recommend to friends Visit again

Fantastic location and view, great friendly owner…

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Tom W.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Fantastic location and view, great friendly owner

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great campsite, excellent customer service. Beautiful scenery.…

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Hayden S.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Great campsite, excellent customer service. Beautiful scenery.

Disliked Nothing. Everything was to our expectation and above

Recommend to friends Visit again

amazing !!

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karen c.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked probably the best campsite for views that you will ever get. this one will be hard to beat. Just beautiful and very peaceful .feels remote yet only a 10 min drive down into llanberis. we thoroughly enjoyed our stay

Disliked can't really say its dislikes becsuse we didn't use them but the facilities are extremely basic snd to be fair dont match the price tag to camp .. but if your looking to csmp without noisy campers pitching up right next to you and want to avoid the typical csmpsite noise car doors slamming etc etc then this place id recommend.

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Great value for money and gorgeous site

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Mel G.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked The most beautiful views I’ve ever seen from a campsite. Really well maintained and very friendly welcome from the owner.

Disliked The toilet and shower was a bit oddly situated inside the barn where people can sit and wash up. Luckily no-one else on site so wasn’t an issue.
Bit of a trek from car to tent - but we always take a lot of stuff camping!!

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely spot out of the way

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James P.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Beautiful view of Snowdon and over the lake; Johnny and Beth were lovely and so friendly; very much out of the way, felt like we were wild camping

Recommend to friends Visit again

Hosts were really friendly and accommodating. This campsite is a hidden gem,…

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Nat E.

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked Hosts were really friendly and accommodating. This campsite is a hidden gem, small but has all the necessities and with one of the best views I've ever had at a campsite.

Recommend to friends Visit again

The stunning views, the quiet, the birdsong, welcoming and helpful owner.…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked The stunning views, the quiet, the birdsong, welcoming and helpful owner.

Disliked Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

amazing campsite with great view of snowdon, everything you need

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked The view, the pitch, the site, the owners, the location, the access to snowdon

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No dogs 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

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

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location 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 Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Pen y Bwlch

Cwm y Glo

Caernarfon

Gwynedd

Wales

LL55 4ED

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

53.13332°N
4.1672°W

Route directions

Please do not follow the postcode on Google Maps as it will send you in the wrong direction. Use the postcode LL55 4RF. Continue up past Brynteg, which will be on your right. Stay on that road for about a mile. You will climb a hill where you will go over a cattle grid. Turn immediately right and you have arrived at the site.

Nearest transport

Coach
7.2 km Bus Station
10.9 km Bus Station
11.9 km Povey's Garage
Rail
10.1 km Bangor (Gwynedd) Rail Station
10.1 km Llanfairpwll Rail Station
18.5 km Llanfairfechan Rail Station
Ferry
36.6 km Holyhead Ferry Terminal
46.7 km Barmouth Ferry Landing
47.2 km Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
Airport
28 km Anglesey 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

Active types, get set to get busy. From this site, you can canoe on Llyn Padarn lake (10 minutes’ drive) or walk to waterfalls from Betws y Coed (40 minutes). And don’t forget that all the walking, climbing and cycling prospects of Snowdonia National Park (40 minutes) are to hand, as well as rounds of golf (10 minutes). If you’re after something to get the adrenaline flowing, zoom down zipwires at Zip World Penrhyn Quarry (25 minutes), or try subterranean climbing and abseiling routes at Zip World Slate Caverns (an hour). If you need a rest after all that activity, climb on board the Snowdon Mountain Railway (15 minutes) for a relaxing and scenic tootle up to the summit of the highest mountain in Wales. Brush up on local history with a nose around National Trust-owned Penrhyn Castle and Gardens (25 minutes) or take a tour of medieval Caernarfon Castle (15 minutes). The Welsh mining heritage is showcased at the National Slate Museum (15 minutes), and a trip over the Menai Straits to Anglesey (35 minutes) turns up spectacular waterside gardens at Plas Newydd House (half an hour).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Morfa Dinlle 12.7 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Llanddwyn 14.8 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Llanfairfechan 19 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Llanddona 19.5 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
St Davids - Benllech 20.4 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Snowdon Mountain Railway 3.7 km

National Slate Museum 3.7 km

Caernarfon Castle 7.4 km

Penrhyn Castle 8.4 km

Beaumaris Castle 15.2 km

National Trust

Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 8.6 km

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 23.5 km

Bodnant Garden 26.9 km

Aberconwy House 27.9 km

Plas yn Rhiw 45.9 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Ceunant Bach - Moel Eilio - Foel Goch 3.5 km

Gwastadnant - Elidir Fach - Elidir Fawr - Gwastadnant 7 km

Bethesda - Ogwen 8.6 km

Gyrn Wigau and Foel Grach 9.5 km

Ogwen Cottage - Llyn Bochlwyd - Glyder Fach - Glyder Fawr - Devil's Kitchen 9.8 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.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Pen y Bwlch have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Pen y Bwlch dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Pen y Bwlch? Active types, get set to get busy. From this site, you can canoe on Llyn Padarn lake (10 minutes’ drive) or walk to waterfalls from Betws y Coed (40 minutes). And don’t … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Pen y Bwlch?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  Anytime
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  4 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  Anytime
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Pen y Bwlch? From $49.87 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.