Our location &
camping facilities

Everything you need to know to plan your perfect camping experience

Choosing a suitable pitch

Up to 6 people can be booked into each pitch, if you wish to have dogs stay with you during your break, up to 4 can be booked in per pitch.

59 hard-standing pitches are available with electric hook up (included in price). Vehicles including trailer tents and camper vans must be booked onto a hard-standing pitch and must fit within the dimensions of your chosen pitch. Our hard-standing pitches are located near to the facilities block, if you prefer, tents can book onto these pitches but will require rock pegs.

26 grass camping pitches are available for tents only. Our grass camping pitches are situated by the picturesque river, Afon Colwyn. However, young families should note that during periods of rainfall the river has fast-flowing water. There is a short walk between the camping field and our facilities block.

To ensure we have a suitable pitch for your needs, take a look at our pitch size guide and campsite map below.

Campsite map

Facilities at Beddgelert campsite

We have separate male and female wash room facilities, both comprising of 6 sinks, 4 showers, and 4 toilets. You'll find complimentary hand soap at basins plus hair and body wash in all shower cubicles. Baby changing facilities can be found in both the male and female shower rooms.

We offer two pot washing sinks with complimentary washing up liquid as well as a laundry room with a coin-operated washing machine and dryer. There's also a sink for hand washing too. A chemical disposal point is located at the facilities block. Free standing water points are situated around both the hard-standing and grass camping fields.

We offer coin operated charging lockers near to reception, so you can charge any personal devices overnight or leave valuables if you venture out for the day, we're also able to freeze ice packs for your cooler bag.

The Forest Retreat

In the heart of our Beddgelert campsite location is our Forest Retreat. Within it you'll find our reception where you'll check in, you'll also find a great selection of local produce, gifts and basic holiday essentials. We offer a great range of takeaway hot drinks, cakes and sweets!

Drop by and say hello to our friendly location team who will help you make the most of your stay, providing insight of the local area, plus tips for the best places to visit nearby. They can also help to book your activities.

Dog-friendly campsite

We are a dog friendly location and allow up to 4 dogs to be booked for an additional charge per pitch. Drop by reception to pick up a complimentary tasty treat before setting off for a walk through some of Snowdonia's great trails and walking routes. If those paws get a bit muddy, then drop by the camping facilities block and use our outdoor dog wash station with fresh warm water.

Dogs are not permitted in our camping facilities block or The Bakehouse (guide dogs are permitted), we have placed dog lead tie points outside for your convenience. Catch the train at our train station for a scenic journey on the Welsh Highland Railway, for a small charge dogs can ride too. Snowdonia National Park is abundant with wildlife. It's not uncommon to find squirrels, sheep, goats and rabbits wandering around (including on our location!), please ensure your dogs remain on leads when walking around location and take additional caution when walking off-location.

Meillionen train station

One of the most wonderful aspects of Beddgelert Campsite is that it's one of the stops for the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway. A unique way to see the Snowdonia scenery, with a day ticket you have unlimited access to hop off and back on again at various points along the track.

The Meillionen stop at Beddgelert campsite is a short walk from your pitch and we recommend dedicating some time to taking this journey back in time. Timetables are available at the station or from reception. Take a trip to Caernarfon or venture to Porthmadog through the Aberglaslyn Pass. Children under 16 years go free with every full paying adult, dogs and bikes are also welcome.

Forest Ranger Basecamp

Located near to the reception is our Forest Ranger Basecamp, brimming with information on the local area. Flick through all the leaflets on activities, train timetables and information on the local area to make the most of your stay.

We offer a book swap facility here as well as some books and information on local history. Twice a week we offer a Forest Crafts session here where you can do pottery painting or build and paint a bird house or bird feeder, book your place during your holiday booking or at the Forest Retreat.

Explore the local area

Beddgelert campsite is situated in a wonderfully scenic corner of Wales, with many beautiful towns and villages to discover nearby including the village of Beddgelert, just a short distance from our campsite. With many pubs, restaurants and shops, Beddgelert is great to explore and is accessible by bike along the Lon Gwyrfai footpath. Located within Snowdonia National Park, Beddgelert campsite is perfect for walking and hiking the surrounding landscape.

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Access to free Wi-Fi is included

At Beddgelert campsite, access to basic Wi-Fi is included with your camping break. This means that you'll be able to stay connected on your devices, accessing emails and sending messages during your stay. An upgrade to premium Wi-Fi is available for streaming videos and web browsing and can be added to your booking for £5 per pitch, per night.