Family friendly: Campgrounds in Merthyr Tydfil, Wales
21 bookable campgrounds within 15 miles of Merthyr Tydfil
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Tunnel Glamping
Aberdare, Glamorgan, Wales- Shepherd’s hut set in 15 acres edging the Brecon Beacons National Park
- A 15-minute drive to the Brecon Beacons National Park; walks from site
- Exclusive kitchen and bathroom adjacent; shops 10 minutes’ drive
Dare Valley Country Park
Aberdare, Glamorgan, Wales- A scenic 500-acre site on an old colliery at the Brecon Beacons’ edge
- A five-minute drive to Aberdare and 15 minutes to Penderyn Distillery
- Playgrounds and cafeteria on site; walk to a family bike park
Parkwood Outdoors Dolygaer
Pontsticill, Glamorgan, Wales- Adventure-focused stays at an activity centre in the Brecon Beacons
- Off the Pontsticill reservoir within 15 mins’ drive of Merthyr Tydfil
- Gorge walking, paddleboarding, climbing and caving organised from site
Bryn Bwch
Pontneddfechan, Powys, Wales- Quiet dog-friendly site by the Four Waterfalls in the Brecon Beacons
- A 20-minute drive to the base of Pen Y Fan; another waterfall nearby
- Wood available to buy for firepits; shops and pubs a short drive away
Fferm Gelli Camping
Caerphilly, Glamorgan, Wales- Small tents-only site opposite Pen-Y-Fan Country Park
- A 15-minute drive from Sirhowy Valley Walk; 25 minutes to the Big Pit
- Play field on site; 10 minutes' drive from Blackwood town centre
Gilestone Glamping
Talybont-on-Usk, Powys, Wales- Luxury canvas safari tents set on a farm in the Brecon Beacons
- On the outskirts of Talybont-on-Usk, a 15-minute drive to Crickhowell
- Private hot tubs, firepits and beds with Egyptian sheets for each unit
The Alltimate View
Brecon, Powys, Wales- Wild camping on a smallholding in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- A 15-minute drive to Llangorse Lake; 20 to Black Mountain Activities
- Animals to meet on site; pubs five minutes’ drive
Glanusk Caravan Park
Crickhowell, Powys, Wales- Peaceful site on a private estate with listed buildings
- A 10-minute drive to Crickhowell and 35 minutes to Hay-on-Wye
- Five-mile stretch of the River Usk for salmon and trout fishing
Cantref Campsite
Brecon, Powys, Wales- Set in rural Wales with spectacular views of the Brecon Beacons
- A 15-minute drive from outdoor activity centres in Brecon
- Free entry to a farm park for the duration of the stay; café on site
Under the Oak Glamping
Caerphilly, Glamorgan, Wales- Family-friendly glampsite with spectacular countryside views
- Half an hour from Cardiff and Brecon Beacons
- Hot tub, wood store, shared larder, books and games
Our Welsh Caravan and Camping
Bridgend, Glamorgan, Wales- Quiet site in the Bridgend countryside, 18 miles from Cardiff
- On a working sheep farm close to the Celtic Trail
- Barbecues, toilets, hot showers and family/disabled room
Rhydywernen Farm Camping Site
Brecon, Powys, Wales- Small family-friendly site in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons
- Just off the A470, a 10-minute drive from Brecon
- Peaceful setting next to woodland with a small stream running through
Glangwdi Glamping
Brecon, Powys, Wales- Small family-friendly site in the foothills of the Brecon Beacons
- Just off the main A470 road, a five-minute drive from Brecon town
- Views out across the mountains; pygmy goats to meet at the park
Open Fire Camping
Pen-y-cae, Powys, Wales- Peaceful, spacious site in the Brecon Beacons National Park
- In a Dark Sky Reserve, with two pubs within walking distance
- Maps available for local walking trails; firepits on site
Brecon Beacons Touring Park
Pen-y-cae, Powys, Wales- Family-run touring park just off the A4067 at Pen-y-Cae
- Henrhyd Falls 10 minutes' drive; half an hour to Pen y Fan
- Well-maintained heated bathroom block on site; pub next to entrance
Brecon Beacons Bell Tents
Crickhowell, Powys, Wales- Dog-friendly site on the bank of the river Grwyne
- Footpaths to the Black Mountains; 25 minutes’ drive to Llangorse Lake
- Two miles of fishing on site; barbecue, firepit and outdoor kitchen
Eco Camping Wales
Swansea, Glamorgan, Wales- Farm site with stunning 360-degree views of the Black Mountain
- A five-minute drive from the National Showcaves Centre for Wales
- On the Beacons Way trail in the Brecon Beacons National Park
Cae Glas Camping
Swansea, Glamorgan, Wales- Peaceful farm site in the Brecon Beacons, five minutes from Abercraf
- A five-minute drive to the National Showcaves; 45 mins to Pen y Fan
- Animals to meet on site; pizzas and snacks available in the evenings
Willow Acres Campsite
Pontypool, Monmouthshire, Wales- Peaceful Brecon Beacons pitches with firepits and outdoor kitchen
- A five-minute walk to Pontypool Golf Club; 15 minutes up Garn Wen
- Spacious pitches; bring dogs and extra tents for no added charge
The Chicken House
Caerphilly, Glamorgan, Wales- Peaceful adults-only site 15 minutes’ drive from Caerphilly
- National Museum Cardiff half an hour’s drive; Splott Beach 40 minutes
- Pitches on wildflower meadows; walks from the site
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