Gyrn Ddu Campsite

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Grass pitch with sea views
Path to the grass pitch and sea view
Sheltered pitch
Static caravan exterior view

  • Adults-only site on Llŷn Peninsula, 15 minutes’ drive from Pwllheli
  • Direct walks to Gyrn Ddu and Gyrn Goch; Caernarfon 20 minutes' drive
  • Spacious, secluded pitches; footpath to the beach; wildlife
On the northern shore of Gwynedd’s Llŷn Peninsula Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Gyrn Ddu Campsite is named after one of the two mountains that provide a backdrop to its lushly green setting (the other peak being Gyrn Goch). Nearby mountains can only mean one thing: epic walks await. And make no mistake: there are plenty of trails to explore in this area. Gyrn Ddu and Gyrn Goch are both accessible on foot from this adults-only site, and the car park for Yr Eifl is a 10-minute drive away. The site also has direct access via a footpath to a peaceful pebbly beach that seems to be made for long, relaxing walks with your significant other – or for a spot of paddleboarding (you will need your own equipment). When you first arrive at the site, leave your car in the designated parking area and grab a wheelbarrow to ferry your belongings to your spacious pitch, which feels gloriously private and secluded; each is accessed via a little path cutting through the long grass. This is wild camping (or maybe it’s more accurate to say it is low-impact camping), with more than a few convenient facilities: from toilets and showers, to a washing-up area and water points. Spectacular views and the likelihood of spotting assorted wildlife (buzzards and other birds of prey, plus ducks and rabbits) complete the picture. Barbecues and campfires are allowed, and the nearest store is in Trefor (five minutes); the site is also handy for the A499, which takes you to Pwllheli and the south coast of the peninsula in about 15 minutes. Bus stops are near the site's entrance for bus route 12 between Pwllheli and Caernarfon.

Campground type

Tent sites 15
Caravans for hire 1
Open now
Opens 1 March
Please note
  • Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (couples and immediate family members excepted) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed on site.
  • Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
  • Swimming in the lake is not allowed.
  • Please note that the shower facilities are unisex.

Languages spoken

English

German

Russian

Welsh

Open from Sat, 1 Mar to

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100% would recommend this campground to a friend

100% would stay here again

What customers say

Great spot with private, quiet sites offering mountain & sea views. Showers/toilets are spotless. Enjoy fire pits, easy wood buys. Some road noise noted, maybe shower seats. Highly recommended for peace, beauty, and coastal access.

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Generally a lovely camp site, everything you could ask for.

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James S.

Unpowered grass tent site (sea view)

Liked Lovely campsite, brilliant location between mountains & the sea.
Firepit & bench provided on each pitch.
Easy access to firewood provided at reasonable price.
Convenient car park on site, wheelbarrows provided to transport your things from car park to pitch.
Clean and presentable toilets & showers.
Friendly hosts.

Disliked No dislikes.

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Everything! Gorgeous sea view pitches. Lovely…

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Alexandra R.

Unpowered grass tent site (sea view)

Liked Everything! Gorgeous sea view pitches. Lovely and spacious, clean facilities, beautiful sunsets and a sweet little walk to the beach.

Disliked Road noise

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, private pitches and unbelievable location!

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Matthew H.

Unpowered grass campervan or tent site (sea view)

Liked This camp site was excellent - we were pitch 15 at the top of the camp where we had our car next to the tent.

We were warmly welcomed by the owners straight away who were super clear with how it all works, where things are and able to make suggestions.

We had a slightly windy first night but expected at a beach view campsite, and then 25 degrees sunny for the rest - amazing place to have this weather.

Short walk down to the beach though steep inclines would be difficult for those with mobility issues.

Showers, toilets and washing up area all beyond suitable! Fire pits and logs at the ready too!

We loved it here - would come back in a heartbeat!

Recommend to friends Visit again

This is such a lovely little…

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Anonymous

Unpowered grass campervan or tent site (sea view)

Liked This is such a lovely little campsite. All pitches have a picnic bench with fire pit which is a lovely touch. The site it's self is immaculate. Each pitch has very private and clear marked out. Really close to a beach with beautiful views of mountains and sea. Such a relaxing experience.

Disliked Nothing to dislike at all.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great stay 😁

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KATY D.

3 bedroom static caravan

Liked We had a lovely stay. I booked to come here with my mum and my partner and it was the first time we’ve been away together with my mum. The area is beautiful, the caravan was lovely and clean and had everything we needed. Helena was a lovely host and was very attentive.

Disliked One minor thing the shelves in the fridge need fixing

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Loved the pitches, adults only…

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Karen J.

Unpowered grass tent site (sea view)

Liked Loved the pitches, adults only and dog free

Recommend to friends Visit again

Clean bathrooms, gorgeous view onto mountains,…

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Evie B.

Unpowered grass tent site (sea view)

Liked Clean bathrooms, gorgeous view onto mountains, plenty of drinking water taps, not far from plenty of gorgeous Welsh towns, friendly reception, firewood available to buy for £5 with QR code- super simple, fire pit and bench provided was a nice surprise. Good parking and plenty wheelbarrows to transport stuff to car. Easy to find. Good service

Disliked Paid for sea view but felt that was a little bit of the push as you could hardly see the sea but the view was so beautiful I didn’t mind.

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The private pitches and the beautiful…

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Elizabeth R.

Unpowered grass tent site (sea view)

Liked The private pitches and the beautiful location. Facilities were clean and showers were warm.

Disliked Not enough showers or toilets over the busy weekend.
The road was quite noisy.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent location in a very beautiful setting, quiet and tranquil

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Colette C.

3 bedroom static caravan

Liked Tranquil setting in a beautiful area. Lots of places to visit with lovely beaches close by. We stayed in the caravan which was spotless and had rabbits playing outside. Host was friendly and accommodating. Campsite behind was really quiet and pitches well spread out.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely quiet site, great views, well maintained and managed.

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Chris U.

Unpowered grass campervan or tent site (sea view)

Liked Superb location, quiet with fantastic views. Well maintained and very private good sized pitches. Will certainly be back.

Disliked Maybe a firepit and bench for each pitch as some did and some didn't, but thats being very picky, really nice site.

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Features

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Beach access 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 Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on site

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Adults only Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Budget/backpacker Bush Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby 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 Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Gyrn Ddu Campsite

Clynnog Fawr

Caernarfon

Gwynedd

Wales

LL54 5PS

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

53.00308°N
4.39599°W

Nearest transport

Coach
9.3 km Povey`s Garage
9.3 km Povey's Garage
11.5 km Brynbachau
Rail
11.7 km Abererch Rail Station
11.8 km Penychain Rail Station
12.9 km Pwllheli Rail Station
Ferry
30.8 km Aberdaron Ferry Landing
37.5 km Holyhead Ferry Terminal
38.5 km Bardsey Island Ferry Landing
Airport
29.5 km Anglesey Airport

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

Exhibits at the Airworld Aviation Museum (15 minutes’ drive) span several decades, with a de Havilland Vampire from the 1940s and several post-World War II fighter aircraft. There’s also a replica of the plane with which Blériot first crossed the English Channel in 1909. Sitting on the River Seiont, the medieval castle at Caernarfon (20 minutes) is a UNESCO World Heritage site, alongside several other Welsh fortresses built by Edward I. For the best views, head across the river to the Aber Foreshore, a popular cycling route. Also in town is Caer Rufeinig Segontium, the remains of an ancient Roman fort. Mountains, valleys, marshes and forests are among the diverse and stunning landscapes at Eryri National Park (Snowdonia; 35 minutes). This is also a top spot for stargazing; or (if your interests are of the adrenalin-fuelled kind), head to Zip World Llechwedd, where you can launch across an old quarry.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Morfa Dinlle 9.8 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Glan Don Beach 12.8 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Morfa Nefyn 13.1 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentGood
Pwllheli 13.9 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Criccieth 14.6 km Sea GoodGoodExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Criccieth Castle 14.6 km

Caernarfon Castle 17.1 km

Welsh Highland Railway (Porthmadog) 19.4 km

Ffestiniog Railway 20 km

Portmeirion Gardens 22.3 km

National Trust

Plas yn Rhiw 25 km

Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens 25 km

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 37.4 km

Bodnant Garden 47.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Gyrn Goch - Afon Hen - Gyrn Goch 1.6 km

Clynnog Fawr - Bwlch Mawr - Gyrn Ddu - Bryn-yr-Eryr - Clynnog Fawr 2.8 km

B4417 - Tre'r Ceiri - B4417 3.8 km

Aberdesach - Lleyn Coast Path - Garn Fawr - Aberdesach 4.8 km

Car Park - Nant Gwrtheyrn - Gallt y Bwlch - Car Park 5.4 km

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 Gyrn Ddu Campsite have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Gyrn Ddu Campsite dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Gyrn Ddu Campsite? Exhibits at the Airworld Aviation Museum (15 minutes’ drive) span several decades, with a de Havilland Vampire from the 1940s and several post-World War II fighter aircraft. There’s also a replica of … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Gyrn Ddu Campsite?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  7 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Gyrn Ddu Campsite? From $62.49 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.