Tyn Cornel is a beautiful campsite located just four miles from Bala and Llyn Tegid in Snowdonia, with a stunning riverside location (great for watersports!) and 4 star facilities. The site is ideally situated for adventures in the national park and the rest of North Wales, with a variety of pitches on offer, from back to nature camping with campfires to electric hook-ups on grass or hardstanding. Dogs are welcome too.

Riverside family friendly site one mile from the National White Water Centre

Located in Snowdonia National Park with plenty of nearby walks and waterfalls

Campfires welcome, with an onsite playing field, dog walking area and free WiFi!

About Tyn Cornel Camping

Tyn Cornel Camping is situated on the banks of the River Tryweryn within the Snowdonia National Park, a short distance from the market town of Bala. The campsite is bordered by woodland and a spectacular white water river, surrounded by dramatic Welsh scenery. It's perfect for outdoor activity enthusiasts or those who just want a relaxing base for exploring local attractions. The touring field has 16 amp electrical hook-ups and a mix of pitches suitable for caravans, motorhomes, campervans or tents. All pitches are on level ground close to the river, with a mix of hardstanding or grass. The traditional grass camping field, without designated pitches, has covered picnic tables and free-to-hire fire pits so you can have that all important campfire for toasting your marshmallows! This field is flat - and close to the river, perfect for tents and smaller campervans. Glamping options in the form of heated Riverside Pods or a cosy furnished geodome for families, friends or couples. BBQs are encouraged across the whole site, and blocks are provided to raise them off the ground. Pets are welcome too, with a dog walk on site.

The site opens 21st March until 1st November. Non-electric grass pitches are open from 31st May.

AA Pennants (4 Star)

Facilities and amenities

The main amenities building is situated close to hand, with modern clean facilities for all guests to use. Inside are free hot showers, a laundry and a covered washing up area. There is also an accessible shower room and toilet.

The traditional camping field has its own drinking water tap, toilets and a small washing up area. Campfires are encouraged in this field but only in the free to hire fire-pits using wood purchased on-site.

Free WiFi is available, from both camping areas. The campsite has easy access to the River Tryweryn with a river access and exit ramp on site. The closest pub is The Goat Hotel and the nearest shop is Spar Bala, both a five minute drive away.

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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...

Our site is nestled on the banks of the River Tryweryn in the foothills of the Arenig Mountains, the southern side of Snowdonia (Eryri the original welsh name). Our site is perfect if you are looking for a country camping spot, love wildlife and the outdoors and want to be close to Snowdonia National Park, we think you will like it here. We hope to welcome you soon, Cathryn


Map and address

Park address

Tyn Cornel Camping,

Frongoch, Bala, Gwynedd, Wales, LL23 7NU

Coordinates

52.9455, -3.6447 | SH 89 39

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Tyn Cornel Camping is ideal for...

Couples

Duke of Edinburgh Award

Older children (13+)

Young children


There are 79 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

36 x Non Electric Grass Pitches

Max 4 people

Level grass camping pitches for tents and small campervans (under 5.5m), close to the river and surrounded by woodland. Campfires in pre booked fire pits (wood purchased onsite), covered picnic benches provided. Drinking water and facilities close by.

24 x Electric Grass Pitches

Max 6 people

Level grass pitches with 16A electric for tents in the touring field, suitable for small to large family tents and trailer tents. Riverside locations, close to the amenities.

16 x Electric Hardstanding Pitches

Max 6 people

Level or very gentle sloping single and double hardstanding pitches with 16A electric. Riverside location and close to the main amenities, suitable for caravans and motorhomes.


Tyn Cornel Camping reviews

4.56 /5

46 reviews

87%

would recommend

Overall
4.56
Location
4.63
Value for money
4.59
Service
4.65
Facilities
4.35
Cleanliness
4.59

"Was so impressed with the facilities and the views were stunning"

Kimberley W - Sep 2023

"Really couldn't recommend it enough ... you're not far from things to do like Snowdonia National Park, Zip World, Bala ... and I'm sure much more!"

Polly M - Aug 2023

"Idyllic location and great facilities ... We wish we could have stayed longer"

Mark M - Jul 2023

"Outstanding campsite. A little bit away from the town but with a great river walk and restaurant nearby"

Simon H - Jun 2023

"Perfect location as a base to explore North Wales"

Sarah P - May 2023

"Clean and tidy shower and bathroom area, we hired a fire pit which was a lovely idea"

Mary W - Apr 2023


Good location for Bala and Betws

Carl A

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Large Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2024

Good location for Bala and Betws, nice clean toilet and shower block. Tiny shop with a few basic essentials. Was too close to the road though, so cars and motorbikes whooshing past until late then from early.

Nice site

David H

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Large Tent - Electric Grass PitchesAug 2024

Really convenient site for rafting and a nice site layout. We got there at 1pm and were not allowed to set up, even though the space was available. Showers were ok but not keen on shower curtains and water was not that hot, but overall a good site for our trip.

Site's response

Apologies nobody was available to check you in at 1pm, we close for lunch between 1 and 2. Thank you for the feedback on the showers, we will look at this. Glad you had a nice stay otherwise. Thank you!

Lovely weekend

Katy S

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Small Tent - Non Electric Grass PitchesAug 2024

Lovely campsite. Very welcoming and clean!

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FAQ

If camping/touring, check-in is from 2pm-7pm and you must vacate your pitch by noon on day of departure. If glamping, check-in is from 3pm and check-out is due by 11am.

Yes, you're welcome to bring up to three dogs with you per pitch here, provided they are kept on a lead whilst onsite and are not listed under the Dangerous Dogs Act - there is a dog walk on the site too.

Charcoal BBQs are welcome on all pitches here, and fire pits are free to hire for use in the grass camping field - firewood also available to purchase onsite.

This is a great base for exploring Snowdonia National Park, with stunning views to see atop the peaks of Snowdon and Cadair Idris. Or take to the water at Lake Bala, just a ten minute drive from the site, and pop to the National White Water Centre for canoeing, kayaking and white water rafting! Other attractions nearby: *Zip World (18.7 miles) *Portmeirion (25.2 miles) *Harlech Castle (28.6 miles)

Yes, the site accepts gazebos for a small fee. But, sorry the site does not accept pup tents or awnings


Tyn Cornel Camping is in a prime location for exploring Snowdonia National Park. If you're after an active holiday in North Wales you will be spoilt for choice. Equally, if you just like relaxing in beautiful surroundings, or getting out to see the local tourist attractions, the campsite is ideal.

For active types, white water runs alongside the campsite and the National White Water Centre is just metres away. It's a great place to try white water rafting or to access year-round white water for kayaking or canoeing.

There is a river access ramp on site and with rafts regularly passing you'll be tempted to give it a go! For more water sports or a spot of swimming Lake Bala is just a ten minute drive away.

The walking in the area is second to none. Choose from a picturesque riverside walk straight from the campsite, the impressive peak of Arenig Fawr, or classic peaks such as Snowdon or Cadair Idris within easy driving distance.

Within a 30 minute drive there are some of the best mountain biking trail centres in the UK, including Coed y Brenin and Penmachno. The road cycling is fantastic. Quiet, winding country roads, some stiff climbs and consistently amazing views. For family cycling there is the Mawddach trail, Llandegla or Llyn Brenig.

Zip World, Bounce Below and Surf Snowdonia are all just a short trip away. As well as:

  • Castles! Including the dramatic battlements of Harlech castle and Criccieth castle on the coast.
  • Narrow gauge railways with magnificent steam trains: from Bala Lake to the famous Snowdon Mountain Railway
  • The glorious setting and buildings of Portmeirion Village.
  • Local ales, pub food, takeaways or fine restaurant meals in Bala Town.
  • Michelin star fine dining at Tyddyn Llan, Llandrillo.
  • Plus, much much more...
The listing for Tyn Cornel Camping was last updated on November 12th, 2024 at 6:55 AM

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