Mynydd Derwydd Wild Camping

9.6 30 reviews
Visitor image of the lovely views
Visitor image of the lovely views
Visitor image of the views
Visitor image of their tents at the site
View over north wales countryside
Lunch with a view
View to snowdonia on the farm
Sunset from the campsite
Evening on top of derwydd mountain
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  • Wild camping in north Wales with spectacular mountain views
  • Five minutes’ drive to Clocaenog Forest; Snowdonia 20 minutes
  • Accessible by four wheel drive or on foot; honesty shop on site
Looking for an outdoor break that’s all about mountain views, sunsets and starry night skies? Fancy lots of wide open space and a wild camping adventure? Make your way to Mynydd Derwydd Wild Camping near Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr in Conwy. With three camping areas scattered over 250 acres on a hill farm bordering the 16,000-acre Clocaenog Forest, chances are you’ll never see another soul and it’ll feel like you have the whole place to yourselves. And of course, this is wild camping as it should be, with just a few low-key facilities including eco toilets, firepits and firewood (available to buy on site). There's no electricity and no running water without walking or driving from your pitch, so you'll need to come along armed with torches and a supply of drinking water for a comfortable stay. Being a little way from urban development, it's also a good idea to bring along some food (Ruthin, 15 minutes' drive away, has the nearest sizeable shops). However, do save space (and bring cash) for the site's honesty box, which has free-range eggs, rapeseed oil, dressings and mayonnaise, all produced on the farm, as well as delicious homemade cakes and biscuits for treat time – it’s available 24/7. Please note: access to the pitches is only possible in a four wheel drive vehicle. There is secure off-road parking and use of a wheelbarrow for guests without such a beast, plus a sherpa service to take your belongings to and from your pitch.

Campground type

Tent sites 10
RV sites 2
Open all year
Opens

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

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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 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 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

Forest Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping 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

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby

Location

Mynydd Derwydd Wild Camping

Derwydd

Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr

Conwy

Wales

LL21 9UP

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.03656°N
3.48381°W

Nearest transport

Bus
13.8 mi Parade Street 2
17.3 mi Alma Road
17.4 mi Crossroads Stores
Rail
13.8 mi Betws-y-Coed Rail Station
14.7 mi Llanrwst Rail Station
15.2 mi North Llanrwst Rail Station

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

Remote and peaceful this site may well be, but it’s only 20 minutes by car to sporty stuff in Snowdonia National Park, where the pretty town of Betws-y-Coed (25 minutes’ drive) is a good hub for activities ranging from hill walking and biking to high ropes courses. There’s no real need to wander that far away, though, as there are walking trails aplenty in Clocaenog Forest (five minutes' drive). Expert mountain bikers can have days of fun on the downhill trails at Foel Gasnach Bike Park (10 minutes), and novices can practise their skills on green routes at OnePlanet Adventure (half an hour), where you can hire all the gear too. The Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (half an hour’s drive) has hill walks to limestone pavements and fly fishing for salmon along the River Dee. Trout fishing is to be had on Llyn Brenig lake (15 minutes), where visitors can also get out on the water in sailing dinghies. Hit a rainy day? Browse the art gallery and craft shops at Ruthin Craft Centre (20 minutes).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Abergele (Pensarn) 18.5 mi Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Marine Lake, Rhyl 19.1 mi Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Kinmel Bay (Sandy Cove) 19.2 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood
Rhyl East 20 mi Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Rhyl 20.3 mi Sea GoodN/AN/AN/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Bodelwyddan Castle 15.5 mi

Rhuddlan Castle 17.5 mi

Bodnant Garden 18.9 mi

Conwy Castle 22 mi

National Trust - Aberconwy House 22.1 mi

National Trust

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 14.9 mi

Chirk Castle 17.8 mi

Bodnant Garden 18.9 mi

Aberconwy House 22.1 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

The Clwydian Way (7): Pentre - Cyffylliog 2.7 mi

The Llyn Brenig Circuit 3.8 mi

Llyn Brenig and the Clywedog Reservoir 4.9 mi

The Clwydian Way (8): Cyffylliog - Trefnant 5.9 mi

The Clwydian Way (6): Corwen - Pentre 6 mi

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.

Reviews

9.6

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Wild camping

97% would recommend this campground to a friend

97% would stay here again
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If you like wild camping and feeling isolated then this is perfect

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Loved this place…..very simple it is literally a field of sheep and feels like you are completely alone with nothing else or anybody else around so perfect for us.
There is a toilet, which my husband loved driving to in his landy, he loved the off roading to get to our tent! Wouldn’t want to walk it though.
There is a phone signal if like me you have to keep in touch with a 17 and 18 year old!
Views are amazing and it is just so peaceful and you are left too it again perfect for us.
Already planning when we can go back!

Disliked Nothing

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Beautiful views, quiet, private

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Karolina W.

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked An excellent place to stay—highly recommended for anyone who values privacy. The other campers were far away, giving you plenty of space to yourself. The views were breathtaking, and the staff was incredibly helpful and friendly."

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Had the best night camping here, the lady who met us on…

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Tiah W.

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Had the best night camping here, the lady who met us on arrival was really nice and helpful and couldn’t do enough for us, really recommend this place and will definitely be returning soon. Fire pit and firewood was a nice touch too. Lovely area and great views.

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Feeling in the middle of nowhere, hardly anyone else there (and pitched…

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Trish D.

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Feeling in the middle of nowhere, hardly anyone else there (and pitched far enough away you wouldn't know. Loads of space for the kids to roam. Beautiful views.

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Quiet spot, really really pretty. Not far from shops/pubs. Good spot to…

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Quiet spot, really really pretty. Not far from shops/pubs. Good spot to stay in. Host was excellent in helping us get to the spot and deliver fire wood. Fire pits are well worth the £10

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Loved everything, Llyr was fab great guy, Sian whom works there also…

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Charlotte E.

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Loved everything, Llyr was fab great guy, Sian whom works there also fab very helpful lovely dogs, as expected there is sheep poop it's a sheep farm they are there grazing away, this is wild camping staff are helpful if needed from wood to sherpa etc.
The communication was spot on. Toilets are spotless and warm with water tap and chargers,
Definitely be visiting again,

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Open area , no one bothers you . Nice scenery . Wild…

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Kian H.

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Open area , no one bothers you . Nice scenery . Wild camp experience with the feeling of safety

Disliked Not many places around unless you drive somewhere

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Plenty of space, beautiful views, peace, fire pit, friendly host.…

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Claire T.

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Plenty of space, beautiful views, peace, fire pit, friendly host.

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Absolutely amazing

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Daniel F.

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked If you come prepared, you will have an amazing time. The views are amazing. You have a large space to yourself and towns like Bala and betws aren't a million miles away. Make sure you bring absolutely everything you will need for your stay, as the shop in the nearby village is quite small. Will definitely be coming back to this hidden gem.

Disliked Nothing. Fail to prepare, prepare to fail.

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Great site, lovely views, careful of the droppings!

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Blu W.

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Secluded pitches, great views and minimal rules. Vehicles can park next to pitches which is a big bonus when you have lots of gear to set up. Sian was lovely to deal with.

Disliked Because the land is shared by sheep there is a fair amount of droppings around the site, not a deal-breaker but just be aware you may need to do some tactical sweeping before you pitch up.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Mynydd Derwydd Wild Camping have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Mynydd Derwydd Wild Camping dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Mynydd Derwydd Wild Camping? Remote and peaceful this site may well be, but it’s only 20 minutes by car to sporty stuff in Snowdonia National Park, where the pretty town of Betws-y-Coed (25 minutes’ drive) is … Read more
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