Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park sits on the shore of Bala lake with easy access for wild swimming and watersports. Offering a range of electric and non-electric pitches for tents and tourers, enjoy a peaceful location with fantastic views of the lake and nearby hills and mountains. A great spot for families with the shallow bay perfect for kids to paddle. Fishing is also allowed in the lake or try paddleboarding with hire onsite.

Located on the shores of Bala Lake with a private beach for swimming, fishing and water sports

Spacious camping and touring with beautiful views over the surrounding mountains

Family friendly with a shallow area of the lake where kids can paddle

About Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park

Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park is a well-established 16-acre park by Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake) south of the Snowdonia National Park. The site's lakeside location enjoys fantastic views of the Aran and Arenig mountains and has a 4-star Wales Tourist Board Award. Boasting an idyllic lakeside location on Wales's largest natural lake, enjoy the site's own private shingle beach. Make use of the easy launching area for windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, fishing and paddle boarding and even wild swimming. There are over 150 pitches for tents, campervans, caravans and motorhomes, each spread across the spacious site to ensure a peaceful stay for all - some even right by the river and lake! Grass pitches are suitable for tents, small campervans and caravans, with the option of electric hook up. Hardstanding pitches are also available for caravans and motorhomes each with 16 amp electric too. Well behaved dogs are more than welcome and there is even a small enclosed dog exercise field for them to stretch their paws. You can hire metal firepits from the site which are a great addition to any camping holiday. You are welcome to bring your own but do ensure all fires are raised off the ground.

Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park is open from 22/03 to 12/10.

Wales Cymru (4 Star)

Facilities and amenities

Amenities are modern and well-maintained, including heated showers, toilets, a dishwashing area and coin-operated laundry facilities - there are also disabled and baby-changing facilities. WiFi is also available for a small cost. You'll also find a small well stocked shop, a children's playground and an enclosed dog walking field.

Fishing in the lake and river is available onsite and so are paddleboarding lessons and hire (advisable to book).

Woodfired pizzas are available on busy weekends. Head into Bala just a five minute drive or catch the bus from the main entrance or take the footpath from the site for an hour's walk. Here you can enjoy a meal at the Y Cyfnod Cafe and Bistro or Plas yn Dre and pick up essentials from the Co-op.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

Glanllyn Caravan Park has grown from humble beginnings when around 60 years ago Grandpa Pugh sat in his livestock trailer on the side of the road waiting for his customers to arrive. We are proud to say that the campsite is still being run today by the same family three generations later.


Map and address

Park address

Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park,

A494, Bala, Gwynedd, Wales, LL23 7SS

Coordinates

52.8779, -3.6466 | SH 89 32

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Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Young children


There are 183 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

20 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches without electric, suitable for tents only.

23 x Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches with 16 amp electric, for tents only.

33 x Small Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches without electric, each measuring 6m x 4m. Only suitable for small campervans.

27 x Small Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass pitches each measuring 6m x 4m with 16 amp electric. Suitable for small campervans only.

50 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Level grass pitches with 16 amp electric hook ups, measuring 8m x 5m. Suitable for caravans.

30 x Hardstanding Pitches

Max 6 people

Hardstanding pitches with 16 amp electric, each measuring 9m x 5m. Suitable for caravans and motorhomes.


Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park reviews

92%

would recommend

Overall
4.7
Location
4.89
Value for money
4.51
Service
4.73
Facilities
4.51
Cleanliness
4.84

"Waking up to such beautiful views of the lake just a stone's throw away was a bonus"

Matthew D - Apr 2024

"Bala Lake is beautiful and the site is right on its shoreline. Great private beach area"

Emma J - Aug 2023

"Excellent views, great location and everything is within a 40-minute driving distance"

Tracey D - Apr 2023


Absolutely loved this campsite

Michelle L

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VW-Type Campervan - Small Electric Grass PitchesSep 2024

Very friendly welcome from reception. Lovely clean site. Great access to the lake we had so much fun on there. Not far from Barmouth, the Mach Loop and surrounding areas of interest. Will definitely stay there again.

Camping

James F

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Medium Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The site was immaculate and the facilities, such as toilets and showers were modern and always clean. The views onto and over the lake were stunning. Considering how wet it had been, the site was surprisingly dry but there was some standing water. We were given the option to track down a dry pitch rather than just being allocated one. We would definitely book there again if looking for site in that area.

Camping trip

Lindsay M

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Large Tent - Electric Grass Tent PitchesAug 2024

Lovely campsite situated on the edge of lake Bala. Great for paddle boarding and kayaking. We pitched one large tent and paid for an extra car. When we arrived we were told only one car could stay on the site the other car needed to be placed in the car park. This meant emptying everything which was a pain.

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FAQ

Awnings are permitted free of charge. There is a charge for gazebos and pup tents. Please note gazebos are not permitted on Bank Holiday Weekends.

Check-in is available from 1pm until 8pm. Departure is due before 11am on your last day.

Yes! Well behaved dogs are welcome at the site - there is even a small enclosed exercise field for them. Please note, one (or two small) dogs were pitch and must always be kept on a lead on the park.

Yes! The site allows open fires in fire pits and raised BBQs.

The electric pitches at Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park are 16 amp.

Yes, WiFi is available at the site for a small fee.

Yes! Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park does have a small, yet well-stocked shop on site. Here you'll find camping essentials, groceries, woodfire, charcoal and Calor gas.

Yes! Fishing is allowed at the lake. Please note, a lake permit is required and can be obtained from the Snowdonia National Park machine foreshore.

You can find Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park's site map here.


Being right on Bala Lake, there is plenty to do. The shallow lake makes it great for kids to paddle, swim, and enjoy inflatables.

For those looking to try something more adventurous, water sports equipment is available to hire onsite, with lessons if necessary! There is a launching area for use with your own boat or canoe. A permit is required if using the lake, the fee is payable to Snowdonia National Park (pay machine located down by Glanllyn foreshore).

There is a footpath and cycle route leading directly from the site into Bala. While the walk can take around an hour, it is a lovely and scenic way to explore the local area, and with some idyllic scenery, time will fly by.

Situated in Snowdonia National Park, you're only an hour's drive from Snowdon, for those wanting to reach the summit.

Other nearby things to see and do include:

  • Barmouth (35 minutes)
  • Llechwedd slate caverns (40 minutes)
  • Portmeirion (45 minutes)
  • Harlech Castle (50 minutes)
  • Pistyll Rhaeadr waterfall (50 minutes)
The listing for Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan and Camping Park was last updated on November 20th, 2024 at 7:04 AM

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