Cefn Coed

View prices & book 9.2 146 reviews
Idyllic woodland pitches
Idyllic woodland pitches
Secluded personal pitches
Tent pitch
Riverside pitch, under two great oaks, with ponies in the field on each side
View from pitch
First pitch in the wetlands
Mountain sunrise
Woodland campervan pitches
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Secluded personal pitches
Tent pitch
Riverside pitch, under two great oaks, with ponies in the field on each side

  • Simple pitches on a peaceful 75-acre historic farm estate
  • Within Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park; Dolgellau 10 minutes' drive
  • Easy access to the Mawddach Trail and local walking/bike trails
Spacious pitches… seaside strolls… Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park… if such phrases fill your heart with glee, you should be pretty content at Cefn Coed. This spacious site is in a gorgeous Gwynedd location, within the national park and about 10 minutes’ drive from both the market town of Dolgellau and the coast at Fairbourne. If you’ve come to north Wales for the scenery, you should be pleased with your lot here: it’s in a sheltered valley of ancient oak woodlands, close to where the slopes of Cadair Idris roll down to the banks of the Mawddach Estuary. The site is part of a historic Welsh farm estate with 75 acres of farmland and forest – and the nearest neighbours are almost a mile away. Miles of walking, cycling and riding paths are easily accessible, including the famed Mawddach Trail (follow it all the way to Dolgellau, Fairbourne and Barmouth, or to a tiptop local pub/restaurant). There is also a circular route just above the property with some further viewpoints. Facilities on site include an amenities block with showers, toilets and a washing-up area. Filtered mountain spring drinking water is provided near the farmhouse, along with a freezer for ice packs and a facility for charging phones or small battery packs. During high season, the on-site bar serves local ales and cocktails. There is a food truck during high season where you can pre-order woodfired pizzas and morning coffee and croissants. Book yourself onto an on-site course or activity too, like guided local walks, bushcraft, sound baths and foraging courses. The distance between the car park and pitches is variable and parking by the pitch can't be guaranteed. Pitches are allocated on a first-come-first-served basis; if you have a particular request please let the site know and they'll do their best to accommodate you.

Campground type

Tent sites 10
RV sites 5
Open now
Opens March 12
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).
  • This is a quiet park: no music is allowed.
  • There are no garbage cans onsite: all garbage will need to be taken home with you.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, Mar 12 to

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Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 146 Pitchup.com customers

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ForestPeaceful

90% would recommend this campground to a friend

90% would stay here again

What customers say

This beautiful, secluded site offers a "wild camping" feel with great woodland and meadow spots. Guests loved the stunning location, friendly staff, and amenities like clean showers, a well-stocked shop, and a popular bar. Some noted limited facilities during busy times and occasional midges.

Summary AI-generated from Pitchup.com customer reviews. Last updated 6/16/2026

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Loved this place, so relaxing and an amazing location

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10 out of 10
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 Katy j. 1 review

Oak Woodland primitive forest floor tent campsite

Liked The location was perfect

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great real camping site. With amazing walks and wood fired pizza

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10 out of 10
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 Phil J. 6 reviews

Field primitive grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked Amazing site. Proper camping. Wood fired pizza and woodland bar area a absolute bonus

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Okay as a one off, can see it getting very crowded peak times

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7 out of 10
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 chris w. 2 reviews

Wooded primitive grass and earth campervan campsite (no cars)

Liked Food on site. Showers and toilets were clean.

Disliked As a local couple we have looked at here a few times as it sounds up our alley... back in the day it used to be a hub for the best steaks in the area when it was originally a pub, but every time we've tried to book it's always busy We paid for a woodland pitch... there were trees I guess, but next to the car park, and people kept using the entrance to the pitch as a turning circle. We paid 'extra' for the awning - not sure why being that we were a lone pitch with no1 around and not affecting anyone so was unsure why we had to pay extra for something on our own pitch. standing, little disappointed. The photography of the pitches were obviously done by a social media expert as it made it seem idyllic. Walking around the site there are pitches stuck in every nook and cranny, and buildings and creations popping up here there and everywhere - weird considering there's no planning permission for any of them - we went there as it stated that there was only around 14 pitches there yet as I stated they are popping up everywhere - almost seems its a money making exercise over experience - 4 toilets cannot cope with that many people.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent campsite

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 Paul K. 1 review

Wooded primitive grass and earth campervan campsite (no cars)

Liked Everything about the place, super little campsite and will definitely be visiting again this year.

Disliked The weather

Recommend to friends Visit again

Secluded with great access to local…

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9 out of 10
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 Lily R. 1 review

Field primitive grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked Secluded with great access to local hiking routes and the estuary, short drives to local towns and beaches.
Onsite shop stocked well, and lovely shower and toilet blocks. Friendly staff and just a beautiful location

Recommend to friends Visit again

We were in a meadow. Good…

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Anonymous

Field primitive grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked We were in a meadow. Good location. We felt safe. There is a fence and several gates. You have to walk quite a bit to the toilets and showers, you can also wash dishes there, there is a cafe and a shop. Although it is far from the tent area, it is good to get some exercise in the morning. There are no disturbances at night, it is quiet and peaceful. We liked it. Tip - use a good mosquito repellent. They are not afraid of the spray we had.

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7/10 just because of far away wc and showers. Anyway- thanks for all!

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Value for money
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Maks F. 1 review

Field primitive grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked Great place with amazing view, plenty of space, not overcrowded, shop, cafeteria, drinkable water, wc, showers, friendly owners, dog friendly, lovely goats and alpaca around. Great location- bike park, a lot paths for hiking, nice town, steam train and lovely ferry nearby.

Disliked 0.3 mile (7 min ) uphill to the wc, water and showers, 1 eco wc ( not popular ) nearby.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Can’t be beaten for a wild camping experience

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10 out of 10
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Facilities / Activities
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mathew k. 1 review

Oak Woodland primitive forest floor tent campsite

Liked Amazing! Fantastic location and the staff were even better, couldn’t have asked for more. Beautiful and well set out with the feel of true wild camping whilst having the support of incredible locals. We swam in the river each night and loved seeing the animals each morning.

Recommend to friends Visit again

I personally felt that the site was overpriced for what it is.

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5 out of 10
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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 Paul C. 1 review

Wooded primitive grass and earth campervan campsite (no cars)

Liked Lovely location and the river was stunning. Nice vibe around the bar/eating area

Disliked Lack of amenities around site(lack of water points)General cleanliness of toilets, washing up and showering area.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything about the place is spot…

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10 out of 10
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Sean7 K. 1 review

Field primitive grass campervan or tent campsite

Liked Everything about the place is spot on

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 Wild swimming

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 Off licence Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome 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 Gastronomic delight Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

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

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Cefn Coed

Ponderosa Ranch

Penmaenpool

Dolgellau

Gwynedd

Wales

LL40 1YF

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

52.73689°N
3.97196°W

Nearest transport

Bus
14.9 mi Sportsman
14.9 mi Tesco
15.7 mi Market Square
Rail
3.3 mi Morfa Mawddach Rail Station
3.7 mi Barmouth Rail Station
4.3 mi Fairbourne Rail Station
Ferry
3.5 mi Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
3.6 mi Barmouth Ferry Landing

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

Ready to ramble? Take a wander around Abergwynant Woods, 20 minutes’ walk away, or get set to conquer Cadair Idris, the slopes of which you can reach on foot in a couple of hours. The New Precipice Walk (15 minutes’ drive) is a fab choice for spectacular views; if you’re more into moving at speed, make for the mountain bike trails at Coed-y-Brenin forest park (also 15 minutes). For less energetic days out, take fishing rods off to the banks of Cregennan Lakes (15 minutes) or Tal-y-llyn Lake (20 minutes) or make a break for the seaside at Fairbourne (10 minutes), where you can ride the heritage railway for a properly chilled-out time, or Barmouth (20 minutes). Keen to see what lies beneath? Take a boat ride into a world of subterranean dragons and the like at King Arthur’s Labyrinth (25 minutes). Back up in the daylight, ancient Cymer Abbey (10 minutes) and the fab Italianate village of Portmeirion (40 minutes) are top ports of call.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Barmouth 3.9 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Fairbourne 4.6 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Tal-Y-Bont 6.2 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dyffryn (Llanendwyn) 7.1 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Llandanwg 9.3 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

CADW - Harlech Castle 10.2 mi

MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 11.2 mi

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 11.7 mi

Portmeirion Gardens 13.3 mi

Ffestiniog Railway 14.5 mi

National Trust

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 22.5 mi

Plas yn Rhiw 27.8 mi

Cycle routes

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

Other

Mawddach Estuary 1.8 mi

Llynau Greggan from Ty Nant 2.2 mi

Cadair Idris 2.2 mi

Cadair Idris by the Fox's Path 2.3 mi

MAWDDACH VALLEY (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 31/03/1983) 2.9 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.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Cefn Coed have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cefn Coed dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cefn Coed? Ready to ramble? Take a wander around Abergwynant Woods, 20 minutes’ walk away, or get set to conquer Cadair Idris, the slopes of which you can reach on foot in a couple … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cefn Coed?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cefn Coed? From $66.04 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.