Bala campsites
Find some of Wales' most beautiful natural lakes in this segment of the Snowdonia National Park. Bala campsites could be your base for exploring all of Penllyn's rural loveliness. Around you will be adventure opportunities, water sports on the pretty lakes, biking and walking opportunities, plus the town acts as a fascinating centre of Welsh identity and local culture. Once in Bala, the Great Outdoors is in the palm of your hand.
27 Bala campsites
Bala, Gwynedd (3 miles)
4.71 /5
38 reviews
92%
would recommend
Spacious park with private access onto Bala Lake (Llyn Tegid) perfect for water sports and boasts fantastic views.
Bala, Gwynedd (3.1 miles)
4.56 /5
46 reviews
87%
would recommend
A beautiful 4 star site just four miles from Bala in Snowdonia with a stunning riverside location for watersports.
Bala, Gwynedd (3.6 miles)
Highly ratedDog friendly canvas lodges with hot tubs and outdoor showers. On a farm near Bala Lake in Snowdonia National Park.
Bala, Gwynedd (4.6 miles)
4.84 /5
51 reviews
96%
would recommend
Simple, riverside campsite just a 30 minute walk from Lake Bala. Family and dog friendly with no light pollution.
Corwen, Denbighshire (9.2 miles)
4.83 /5
77 reviews
97%
would recommend
Small, friendly and rural touring site set just off the A5 within easy reach of Snowdonia, Bala Lake and more.
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Pentrefoelas, Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy (9.2 miles)
4.94 /5
18 reviews
94%
would recommend
Peaceful rural, adult only glamping site with alpacas and Snowdonia views. Dog friendly with breakfast hampers.
Corwen, Denbighshire (10.4 miles)
4.81 /5
52 reviews
98%
would recommend
Peaceful site set right by Clocaenog Forest and nice and close to a reservoir with fishing and watersports.
Bylchau, Denbigh, Denbighshire (12.6 miles)
4.66 /5
48 reviews
92%
would recommend
A back-to-nature family-run campsite that welcomes all! Campfires, dogs and groups are welcome.
Penybontfawr, Oswestry, Powys (13 miles)
4.83 /5
6 reviews
100%
would recommend
Family friendly caravan park nestled in the Tanat Valley with riverside pitches. Five minute walk from a pub too.
Llanwddyn, Powys (13.1 miles)
4.82 /5
11 reviews
91%
would recommend
Peaceful and family friendly safari tent glamping on the edge of Snowdonia with easy access to Lake Vyrnwy.
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Bala, Gwynedd (0.7 miles)
A beautiful and peaceful base for exploring the Snowdonia National Park, just a short walk from Bala town.
Fron Goch, Bala, Gwynedd (2.5 miles)
A tranquil campsite with campfires, set by a stream in the Snowdonia National Park. Family and pet friendly.
Bala, Gwynedd (2.5 miles)
Lakeside, family-friendly site set in the heart of Snowdonia National Park, on the foreshore of Bala Lake.
Corwen, Conwy (6.8 miles)
A peaceful, riverside campsite in easy reach of Snowdonia National Park, showing the best of rural North Wales.
Cerrigydrudion , Corwen, Conwy (6.8 miles)
Peaceful glamping site with deluxe bell tents, set in Llangwm village by Snowdonia National Park.
Corwen, Conwy (6.8 miles)
Family-friendly campsite situated by Snowdonia National Park with hillside views, just off the A5. Dogs welcome!
Corwen, Denbighshire (7.3 miles)
A peaceful, dog friendly site located on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park, next to the River Dee.
Cynwyd, Corwen, Denbighshire (9.9 miles)
Eco friendly, off-grid glamping yurts in the Cynwyd Forest. Within easy reach of the Dee Valley and Snowdonia.
Penybontfawr, Powys (12.2 miles)
A secluded member's only site just 6 miles from Lake Vyrnwy with outstanding views of the lovely Hirnant Valley.
Betws-Y-Coed, Conwy (12.7 miles)
Beautiful, completely private shepherds' huts in the heart of Snowdonia National Park, private onsite sauna.
Corwen, Denbighshire (13.2 miles)
A quiet, family run camping and touring site set by the River Dee in and easy reach of Llangollen. Open year round.
Welshpool, Powys (13.4 miles)
Wild camping and shepherd's hut glamping - all set in in 50 acres of unspoilt farmland close to Snowdonia.
Llangadfan, Llwydiarth, Powys (13.7 miles)
Peaceful pop up campsite next to the Dyfnant Forest and Lake Vyrnwy. Enjoy a cooked breakfast made by the owners!
Dolgellau, Gwynedd (13.8 miles)
Family-run countryside campsite on a pretty riverbank between Dolgellau and Bala, close to the mountains and sea.
Blaenau Ffestiniog, Trawsfynydd, Gwynedd (14 miles)
Peaceful campsite nestled in the heart of Snowdonia National Park with guided mountain bike tours and jump courses.
Dolgellau, Gwynedd (14.1 miles)
A small, privately owned family park set on a working farm 4 miles from Dolgellau in the Snowdonia National Park.
Machynlleth, Powys (14.3 miles)
Peaceful, family friendly tent and touring site situated in the stunning Snowdonia National Park.
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Things to do in Bala
The Welsh market town of Bala is located in Gwynedd inside the rural surroundings of Penllyn. If you and the Great Outdoors get along well, Bala will offer you the ideal place to rest and sleep in comfort between trips to scamper through Wales' waterfalls, climb the neighbouring mountains or get to know the wildlife in Penllyn's lakes.
First things first, however, so before getting stuck in to the superb outdoor activities available in the area, take some time to explore the local shops such as the Tan yr Hall Gallery and enjoy a bite to eat in the local cafes or restaurants. Fine ales are served across the area, and don't miss the Aran Hufen La ice cream shop for a taste of something delicious.
One of the main attractions for sightseers is the beautiful Bala Lake (Llyn Tegid in Welsh). This part of the Snowdonia National Park is so popular it's coined the nickname, The Welsh Lake District. The pretty lakeshore is a wonderful place for walks and the Bala Lake Railway will have you taking in the beautiful countryside and the picturesque lake without breaking a sweat.
If getting active sounds appealing, though, you're in a great spot when it comes to watersports. Bala Adventure and Watersports offers exciting kayaking, canoeing and windsurfing, along with fun land-based activities such as mountain biking, archery, abseiling and rock climbing.
The Afon Tryweryn, fed from a source that runs through Bala, is a major white water kayaking river, known internationally. No wonder then that theNational Whitewater Centre has its home in Bala, making this an ideal place to conquer the river.
If you're keen to take to the roads on two wheels, there are breathtaking routes over high mountain passes, such as Bwlch y Groes (at a height of 545m). Or to pound the cobwebs out of your mountain bike, trails are on your doorstep.
Located not far from Bala is the activity provider Wild Walks Wales which offers rock climbing and abseiling as well as excellent guided walking tours in stunning Snowdonia's surroundings.
Get Wet The Adventure Company will keep your heart racing with rafting, a high ropes course, paintball and gorge walking. From families to stag and hen weekends to groups of friends, there's something to suit all outdoorsy visitors.
Nature lovers will enjoy exploring the nearby Caerau Uchaf Gardens and striking Pistyll Rhaeadr waterfall. Top that off with a visit to the Mary Jones World visitor centre which tells the story of one girl's journey over 26 miles to buy a bible, and how it changed Welsh history. The towns of Porthmadog, Harlech and Barmouth are also enticing options for day trips from Bala.