Dyfi WildCamping
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- Spacious wild camping site five minutes' drive from Aberdovey
- Tywyn, Talyllyn Railway and Dyfi Bike Park within a 15-minute drive
- Easy access from the main road; fabulous estuary and sea views
What a setting – and what a view… A little way up a hill about five minutes’ drive from Aberdovey, Dyfi WildCamping is a gorgeously green location with views out over both the Dyfi river and the Gwynedd coastline.
With views as good as this, it’s likely you’ll need little else to create a memorable place to stay. And with that in mind, this site has been kept very simple on the facilities front – there are no showers or drinking water points here, but there is a portable toilet and most people can get a 5G service on their phone to help keep in touch with the wider world (should you want to, that is…).
Fittingly for a wild camping site, this is a laidback place that welcomes families, small groups and dogs. There’s plenty of flat, sheltered space to go around as well, so you’ll be able to set up your pitch as you like it – perhaps with an awning, a gazebo, a barbecue and a couple of camping chairs so you can admire the scenery in comfort. To keep things peaceful and safe, there’s no parking by the pitches, so just make sure you’ll be able to carry everything you need.
The chilled-out atmosphere and fabulous views here mean that you may well feel like you're well away from all the trappings of modern life – but in fact you’ll easily be able to get out and about when you want to, as the site is just off the A493, which can take you to Aberdovey and Tywyn on the coast or inland to Machynlleth.
Site type
40
3
3Open all year
This site has no on-site shower facilities.
Your dog must be tattooed or microchipped.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro) and/or any of the following: Staffordshire bull terrier, American Staffordshire terrier, Rottweiler, any Mastiff or Tosa.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
- Please note that the toilet facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass campervan pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £30 2 nights, 2 adults
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Non-electric grass tent or trailer tent pitch
4 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom £30 2 nights, 2 adults
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Features
Portable toilet
Pop-up campsite
Dogs allowed
Campfires 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 WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Budget/backpacker Forest Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available No drinkable water point No hot water No running water Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearbyType
Farm Medium (26-50 pitches) Pop-up campsiteAccessibility
Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mudNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearbyLocation
Dyfi WildCamping
Tafolgraig Farm
Aberdovey
Gwynedd
Wales
LL35 0RN
Directions Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
52.55798°N
-3.9905°W
Route directions
After entering the site, please park near the gate.
Nearest transport
Coach10.2 mi University Campus Penglais
10.6 mi Penllwyn PO
10.6 mi Penllwyn PO
Rail2.1 mi Penhelig Rail Station
2.8 mi Dovey Junction Rail Station
3 mi Aberdovey Rail Station
Ferry11.1 mi Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
11.4 mi Barmouth Ferry Landing
AirportPlease 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
As well as being close to the coast, this site is also in the southern part of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, so there are plenty of active options around on land and water. You could start with the five-minute walk to a secluded estuary beach, or head to Aberdovey (five minutes’ drive) for a beach, a golf course and activities including watersports and crabbing.
Elsewhere along the coast, you could head to Tywyn (15 minutes) for another beach and a ride on the Talyllyn Railway, head round to the dunes of Ynyslas National Nature Reserve (40 minutes) or find a section of the Wales Coast Path for a walk.
Inland brings a whole heap more options, including thrilling downhill trails at Dyfi Bike Park (15 minutes), the chance to see big birds at the Dyfi Osprey Project (25 minutes) and some lovely shopping at Corris Craft Centre (25 minutes). There are plenty of great walks around too, including a particularly lovely circular trail around Dolgoch Falls (25 minutes).
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdyfi | 2.9 mi | Estuary | Excellent | Good | Good | Good |
| Aberdyfi Rural | 3.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Good | Good |
| Tywyn | 5 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Excellent |
| Borth | 5.4 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Clarach South | 9.4 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Good |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 4.5 mi
MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 6.2 mi
Vale of Rheidol Railway (Aberystwyth) 10.8 mi
CADW - Harlech Castle 21.4 mi
Portmeirion Gardens 25 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
YNYS-HIR (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 20/04/2000) 2.3 mi
Abergynolwyn - Foel Y Geifr - Abergynolwyn 6.1 mi
Fairbourne to Barmouth 9.8 mi
Esgair Fochnant - Glaslyn - Bugeilyn 9.9 mi
Cadair Idris 11.4 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 Dyfi WildCamping have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Dyfi WildCamping dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Dyfi WildCamping? As well as being close to the coast, this site is also in the southern part of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, so there are plenty of active options around on land and … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Dyfi WildCamping?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 12 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 12 p.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Dyfi WildCamping? From £30 (for 2 nights, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.