Llys Derwen Caravan & Campsite
Llys Derwen Caravan & Campsite
4.94 /5
Just ten minutes from Caernarfon and nestled at the foothills of Snowdon, Llys Derwen Caravan and Camping is a family-friendly site that offers a peaceful base for Snowdonia. Tents are welcome on non electric grass pitches and tourers can pitch up on electric grass pitches. Within 20 minutes of the coast you will be in a prime location for days out at local attractions like Caernarfon Castle or exploring the surrounding landscapes!
Featured in our 2024 Outstanding Sites list of reliably excellent camping, glamping, and touring sites
Near the foothills of Snowdonia National Park with beautiful views and walking routes nearby
Dog friendly with welcoming owners, well-maintained facilities and a pub within a five minute walk
Within ten minutes of Caernarfon Castle, the National Slate Museum and Beacon Climbing Centre
About Llys Derwen Caravan & Campsite
This peaceful and well-maintained campsite is located near Llanberis in Snowdonia, close to both Caernarfon and Bangor. The area is a breath of fresh air, with easy access to the mountains as well as the beautiful sandy beaches and rocky coves on the coast. Tents are welcome across the site's 20 non electric grass pitches. Whilst tourers can stay on one of the 20 electric grass pitches located across a gently sloping hill, each with a hook up of at least 10 amp. All of the pitches allow up to eight guests, with wonderful countryside views all around. Snowdonia National Park is within a ten minute drive, making this an ideal spot for keen walkers, cyclists and adventurers. You will also be in easy reach of some of the area's most popular attractions including the National Slate Museum and Caernarfon Castle. A further camping field is made available during the school holidays. Two static caravans are also available for hire, one of which is pet friendly. Well-behaved dogs are welcome, with a large field onsite for walks. Fire pits are permitted and BBQs are allowed as long as they are raised from the ground. Fire pits are available to hire on site along with logs, fire lighters and kindling.
Llys Derwen Caravan & Campsite is open from 18/03 to 15/09 in 2024 and from 10/03 to 05/10 in 2025.
Facilities include a centrally heated utility block with showers and toilets, as well as a disabled wet room. There is also an indoor dishwashing area, launderette and a catering trailer which is open on most weekends and during busy periods, serving breakfast, as well as hot and cold drinks.
There is a good bakery opposite the site and the Y Glyntwrog Inn pub is within a five minute walk, serving excellent food. The closest shop is Spar, just a 15 minute walk from the site.
Adult only
Allow commercial vans
Allow pets on site
Bike hire
Café / restaurant
Communal BBQ
Disabled facilities
Drinking water
Electric hookups
Entertainment
Family friendly
Fires allowed
Fishing
Games room
Glamping
Golf
Horse riding
Hot tub
Kids club
Kids playground
Laundry
Near beach
Near pub
Open year round
Peaceful
RV pitches
Shop
Showers
Swimming pool
Toilet
TV room
Vineyard
Water hookups
Watersports
W.C. disposal
WiFi
There are 42 accommodation options on-site
Bookable pitches and accommodation options
20 x Non Electric Tent Pitches
Max 8 people
Grass pitches without electric for tent only.
20 x Electric Grass Touring Pitches
Max 8 people
Gently sloping grass pitches on hard and well drained ground. All pitches have at least 10amp electric hook-up connections.
Other accommodation
2 x Static Caravans
Max 4 people
Modern and beautifully furnished rental caravans, with everything you need for a comfortable break. Both of the caravans have three bedrooms (one double and two twins) and one is dog friendly.
4.94 /5
98%
would recommend
"Absolutely spotless! I can honestly say I have never stayed at a campsite as clean and tidy as this"
Helen M - Jun 2024
"A high quality campsite. Immaculately mowed grass and shrubbery"
Grace M - Jul 2023
"Nathan and the staff were polite, friendly and couldn't do enough to ensure our stay enjoyable"
Rachel W - Jul 2023
"We found the location perfect for visiting all our favourite places in the area"
Mary J - Jun 2023
Excellent site
Recommends site
Lou T
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Great site with lovely staff and super clean facilities. We loved our visit, and will be returning.
Site's response
Cheers Lou! Lovely to have met you, and we look forward to welcoming you back to our campsite at the foothills of Snowdon.
Lovely stay
Recommends site
Cara P
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Lovely campsite, staff are very friendly and helpful, nothing is too much trouble. Great location close to lots of sites and beautiful walks. All facilities were very clean and well kept, great value for money. Would definitely stay again and I highly recommend.
Site's response
Cara, thank you so much for your glowing review, we really do appreciate it! We look forward to welcoming you back in the near future. Many thanks, Nathan.
Ideal place for our stay in Snowdonia
Recommends site
Lee T
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We were both extremely impressed by how we were made so welcome by the owner of the site, Nathan, he couldn't do enough for us. He keeps the site immaculate, the washrooms and appearance of the site was impeccable. The location was peaceful and ideal for family or solo campers. I've been to several sites in the area but none of them reached the quality of service and great location of this site. Highly recommend the site.
Site's response
Lee, it was a pleasure to have yourself and friend stay with us. It was a shame about the storm we had which cut your vacation short. If you're travelling up this way again be sure to call in on us - will try and arrange some sunshine next time. 👍
Site tariff
Things to do on site and in the Caernarfon area
The foothills of Snowdon are the perfect place to get away from it all and reconnect with nature. You can get to the National Park within five minutes, great for those looking for beautiful walks or cycling routes.
Caernarfon town is also just a ten minute drive away with plenty to keep you busy. Caernarfon Castle is one of the area's most famous landmarks, nestled on the banks of the River Seiont. The 700 year old fortress is full of fascinating exhibitions and turrets for you to explore.
The Llanberis Lake Railway is also just a 4 minute drive away, a great way to see the beautiful Welsh landscapes from a different perspective. Hop on the little steam train and take a journey alongside Lake Padarn and through the beautiful countryside.
Other nearby attractions include:
- Local Sherpa Bus Service - outside entrance
- Llanberis Lake (less than 5 minutes)
- Starting point for climbing Snowdon Mountain (less than 5 minutes)
- Beacon Climbing Centre (less than 5 minutes)
- National Slate Museum (less than 5 minutes)
- GreenWood Family Park (10 minutes)
- Zip World (15 minutes)
- Pili Palas Nature World (15 minutes)
- Anglesey Sea Zoo (20 minutes)
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