Cae Du Campsite
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- Friendly Eryri/Snowdonia site on the banks of the River Glaslyn
- Yr Wyddfa/Snowdon Watkin Path five minutes’ drive away
- Beddgelert’s cafés, pubs and railway station less than a mile away
Site type
- Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
- 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).
- Discount cards and gift vouchers cannot be applied to bookings made via Pitchup.com.
- Group bookings of 2 or more units (e.g. tent, touring caravan, motorhome or accommodation hire) travelling together are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Single-sex bookings of 3 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
Languages spoken
English
Welsh
Open from Sun 1 Mar to
This site is a member of Roberts Group group.
Pitch types & availability
21

Non-electric grass tent pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 10m width × 6m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £29
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Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: Min 10m width × 6m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £34
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Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
6 people maximum
Wifi at the unit/pitch
Ground type: Hardstanding and grass
Pitch size: Min 10m width × 6m depth (60m²)
Arrival daysFrom £36
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Reviews
98% would recommend this site to a friend
96% would stay here again
What customers say
This campsite offers a beautiful location with stunning mountain views, ideal for exploring Snowdonia and enjoying walks directly from the site. Guests praise the spacious and clean facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and convenient proximity to Beddgelert village. The site is well-maintained, peaceful, and dog-friendly. WiFi is available and generally reliable. Some minor points include patchy WiFi in certain areas and the occasional desire for more shower facilities during peak times. Overall, it's highly recommended for a memorable outdoor experience.
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First class campsite in a stunning location
Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Stunning campsite surrounded by the mountains, great location within easy walking distance of Beddgelert
Staff very helpful and friendly, definitely recommend a visit.
Disliked Nil
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Would recommend
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Very friendly welcome. All facilities very clean and tidy and the water was lovely and hot for showers. We loved the riverside walk into the village.
Disliked Nothing
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Great pitches. Well kept. Great views. Tired facilities.
Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Great pitches. Great variation of pitch types. Amazing views from everywhere on the site. Very friendly and helpful staff.
Disliked Very dated wash and toilet facilities. Could do with updating. The water temperature could be a little hotter.
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Excellent site with great facilities and friendly staff.
Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Amazing campsite. Very well maintained. In great location.
Disliked None
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The Views and surrounding area…
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked The Views and surrounding area
Disliked Shower was dirty and smelt like drains.
We arrived in our converted camper but was told we had to put up a tent on the pitch because they do not allow people to sleep in their car. We did not have a tent so they gave us one and told us to sleep in it.
It was very strange experience and confusing what the problem was. There was a converted van a couple of pitches down so clearly sleeping in a vehicle isn't forbidden. We don't look like a traditional camper as ours is a converted people carrier car so I can only assume it is snobbery or pretentiousness.
It was a very unpleasant experience and I only wish this was stated clearly before we booked as we would never have gone here.
You are also allocated a pitch which was close with others which is strange when there is so much space about.
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From the manager: Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re pleased you enjoyed the views and surrounding area, but we’re sorry to hear that other aspects of your stay did not meet your expectations.
We would also like to clarify a few points from your stay. We do not provide tents to guests, and we do not require guests arriving in campervans or converted vehicles to sleep in a tent. Our policy regarding vehicle types is outlined at the time of booking, and we apply this consistently to all guests. We’re sorry if there was any confusion, but the situation described does not reflect our procedures.
Pitch allocations are made to help manage the site effectively and ensure a balanced experience for all guests, although we appreciate this may not always align with individual preferences.
We take all feedback seriously and will continue working to ensure clearer communication and a better experience for our guests.
It is our second stay at Cae Du and it will not be the last one...
Non-electric grass tent pitch
Liked Excellent and clean facilities, great location, dog friendly
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Excellent site with clean facilities in a great location
Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Lovely friendly welcome when we arrived, beautiful site set in spacious grounds and with glorious views. Toilet and shower facilities very clean if a little dated in design. Good sized pitch. Given location free WiFi was great addition. Perfect spot for exploring local area. Will definitely be returning!! Hopefully in better weather!
Disliked Although there are 2 shower blocks we were closest to the one near reception and had to queue for a shower each morning because only 2 showers, but not a huge problem. I could have walked to the other block if I had been that bothered!!
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The staff were lovely, very friendly…
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked The staff were lovely, very friendly and welcoming except one. The campsite is beautiful, quite and perfect location. Facilities clean and tidy.
Disliked The grass pitch we were given there was no grass just mud and all the cones fallen from the tree.
However there was loads of actual grass pitches still available. When asked to move to a hard standing a lovely lady said she would see what she can do as power was currently out. A pink hair lady who was rude and not friendly without even looking said they were fully booked and nothing available. She has terrible customer service skills, but everyone else was so lovely, friendly and welcoming. Love lady even came to our pitch after and offered us a move to hard standing.
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From the manager: Thank you for your feedback. I’m really pleased to hear that the rest of the team made you feel welcome and were able to assist you during your stay.
I’m sorry to read that your interaction with me did not feel positive. At the time, we were managing a full site power outage and working to resolve the situation as quickly as possible, which can make pitch availability and allocation more complex than it may appear.
That said, it’s never my intention to come across as rude or dismissive, and I’m genuinely sorry if this is how the interaction felt from your perspective.
Excellent camp, the receptionist was lovely, the facilities clean
Electric grass campervan or tent pitch
Liked Absolutely loved this campsite. The location is breathtaking. The facilities were clean and even with a lot of people on the camp they were never overcrowded. Thank God for the mountain peaks to protect us from the storm. Would definitely visit again.
Disliked The only thing we didn't like was all the facilities were closed for cleaning. I understand you want to clean in peace but maybe just close the showers and leave the toilets open. Or close the toilets and leave the washing area open. And also a notice when it is closed, it wasn't fun to carry our dirty dishes just to take them back unwashed 😁
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Amazing peaceful site, everything you need will definitely go back
Electric hardstanding and grass motorhome pitch
Liked Amazing views all round the site, great size pitches, clean facilities and great customer service
Disliked Nothing
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Features
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
Baby-changing facilities 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 Rallies welcome 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 Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Accessibility
Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible shower Bathrooms: Wheelchair accessible toiletNearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Surf school nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearbyTouring and motorhomes
Motorhome service point Seasonal pitches Water hook-up points for tourersLocation
Cae Du Campsite
Beddgelert
Gwynedd
Wales
LL55 4NE
Timezone
Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.01575°N
4.0977°W
Route directions
Nearest transport
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
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craig Du Beach Central | 8.3 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Criccieth | 8.6 mi | Sea | Good | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Harlech | 10.7 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Morfa Dinlle | 11.1 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
| Llandanwg | 12.8 mi | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog) 6.1 mi
Ffestiniog Railway 6.5 mi
Portmeirion Gardens 7.1 mi
Snowdon Mountain Railway 7.3 mi
National Slate Museum 7.3 mi
National Trust
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 10.9 mi
Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 13.9 mi
Bodnant Garden 19.5 mi
Aberconwy House 21.4 mi
Plas yn Rhiw 25.5 mi
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
Beddgelert - Llyn Dinas - Nanmor Valley - Pass of Aberglaslyn 0.3 mi
Beddgelert - Gelert's Grave - River Glaslyn - River Colwyn 0.5 mi
Nantmor - Cwm Bychan - Sygun Copper Mines - Beddgelert 1.5 mi
Beddgelert Forest 1.7 mi
Nant Gwynnant - Pen-y-pass - Nant Gwynnant 2.5 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 Cae Du Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Cae Du Campsite dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Cae Du Campsite? Families can inspire their kids with a love of nature on a stroll along the Aberglaslyn Gorge straight from the campsite. Seasoned hikers might make for the start of the Watkin Path … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Cae Du Campsite?
Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: 1:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. - How much does it cost to stay at Cae Du Campsite? From £29 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.