Glanllyn is situated in a prime position on the shore of Waless largest natural lake. The parks 16 acres of level natural parkland with mature trees and spectacular views of nearby hills and mountains make it an idyllic spot to pitch a caravan, motorhome, tent or campervan with a choice of level grass or hardstanding pitches.
For water sports enthusiasts we have our very own private shingle beach with easy launching area for windsurfing, sailing, kayaking, fishing and paddle boarding. If wild swimming is your thing, Llyn Tegid offers a tranquil, breath-taking mountain backdrop.
For children, there is a safe enclosed playground also pottering around in the river & lake is as good a pastime as any.
Inflatables allowed on the lake and river but buoyancy aids must be worn. Glanllyn Bay is a safe, shallow bay for children to learn to canoe, sail and stand-up paddleboard.
There is a small camp shop & tourist information area, a laundrette (card payment ) & dishwashing area and excellent re-furbished heated toilet & shower facilities.
We have a mixture of hard-standing and grass pitches for caravans. Motorhomes / Large campervans to be pitched on our hard-standing areas. Small VW type campervans or similar to be pitched on grass, with a choice of electrical pitch or non- electrical pitch. 4 new premium lakeside pitches ONLY suitable for motorhomes max 8 meters.
For tents & roof top tents, take your pick from grass, non-electrical pitches along the river and close to the lake or tent pitches with electricity hook-up in our designated areas.
The small market town of Bala is 3 miles away with plenty of small shops, pubs & retaurants, cinema and a leisure centre with swimming pool. There is a foot/bike path from our park to Bala also on a bus route with a bus stop at our entrance gates.
The mountain ranges of Arans, Arenigs, Berwyns and Cader Idris are all close by with an abundance of walking rouptes. The beautiful beaches of Barmouth, Fairbourne, Harlech and Black Rock Sands are all within 45 minutes by car.
Local attractions and advertures include White Water Rafting, Abseiling, Gorge Walking, Mountain Biking, Zip Forest and Zip Wire, Great Little Trains of North/Mid Wales, Castles and beautiful gardens.
Glanllyn Facilities :
*16amp electric hook up (if campervan has booked an electrical pitch. Included in caravan / motorhome pitch price) *Level grass pitches *Direct private access to Llyn Tegid / Bala Lake *Dishwashing area *Eco- friendly Biomass heated amenity blocks offering FREE hot all-day showers, basins and WC`s - Centrally located *Free basic WiFi or premium paid available through Camping Connect *Dog walking area *Well stocked shop- selling camping essentials, groceries, woodfire/ charcoal/ Calor gas - REDUCED HOURS DURING LOW SEASON. PLEASE SEE SHOP WINDOW FOR OPENING TIMES *Children`s play area *Boat launch site *Fishing- river/lake *Laundry facilities operated by Appwash (card payment) Separate disabled toilet and shower facility/ baby changing facility - DISABLED TOILET, BASIN AND SHOWER WITH ACCESS TO WHEELCHAIR USERS, EQUIPPED WITH SEAT + GRAB RAILS *Drinking mains water points *Ice block service *Security of CCTV *Barrier security *Hair dryers - Takes 20p coins *Chemical disposal points *Motorhome service points *Waste and Recycling area *Electric car charging point by Reception *Wood fired Pizzas on busy weekends( school holidays/ bank holidays) *Bus stop by caravan park entrance *Direct footpath/ bicycle path into Bala town *Fire pit hire *Paddle board inflator located by lake foreshore (card payment) *Bean to cup coffee machine
Nearby Attractions
The Bala lake narrow guage railway offers a 4 mile scenic run alongside the lake.
The National Whitewater Centre for rafting & canoeing is 5 miles away.
There is a golf course and a sailing club near Bala
The Coed y Brenin Forest Centre for mountain biking is 20 minutes away.
Bala Adventure & Watersports Centre offers a host of activities and courses.
Green Dragon Activities and Bala Adventure and Watersports Centre offer hire/tuition for Stand-up Paddleboarding, canoeing and sailing.
Other local activities include paintballing, Zip Wire, Bounce Below, slate mines, canyoning, abseiling, gorge walking
The beautiful beaches of Barmouth, Fairbourne and Harlech are within 45 minutes by car.
Price Guide - Updated February 2026
Prices per 2 persons
HARDSTANDING Caravan/Motorhomes/Trailer tents inc hook-up from £38 per night
GRASS Caravan/Motorhomes/Trailer tents inc hook-up from £36 per night
All types of Tents without hook-up from £28 per night
All types of Tents with hook-up from £36 per night
Single occupancy in a small tent only from £22 per night
One person hiker`s tent without car from £19 per night
Dog - maximum 2 allowed per pitch £2.50 per night
A minimum of 3 nights camping fees apply to all bank holiday weekends.
A minimum of 2 nights stay applies to all weekends throughout July and August.
Full tariff on our website
Please note this is an indication of prices, please contact the campsite for a definitive price for your stay
The park is situated halfway between Bala & Llanuwchllyn just off the main A494. Approx one hour away from Chester, Shrewsbury & the Wirral. Postcode for satnav LL23 7SS(wales)
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Common Questions
Where is the nearest shop to Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan And Camping Park? There is a shop on site
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Is Glanllyn Lakeside Caravan And Camping Park dog friendly? YES
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