Porthor (oer), Pwllheli

On the estuary of the River Mawddach, Barmouth beach is a traditional beach in many ways. A perfect place for families with miles of clean sands.

At the far end of the Llŷn Peninsula, Aberdaron beach is a mile long and is within an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).

Located to the south west of Pwllheli Harbour, there is a wide range of local services within easy reach of the beach. 

A beach that is popular with families with striking views across to the Llŷn Peninsula and to Anglesey.

Spanning over 5 miles of primitive coastline from Tywyn to the north, Aberdovey harbour to the South, Tywyn boasts long sandy golden beaches which is perfect for picnics, long walks and playing in the sea!

Tywyn beach is a good surfing beach and has the best conditions either side of high tide.

The newly opened Wales Coast Path runs through Tywyn, and there are some great walking routes around Tywyn where you can enjoy views of Cardigan Bay.

Morfa Bychan beach, locally referred to as Black Rocks Sands, is a sandy beach with rocky areas which ironically are not black. The sandy beach which stretches for 2 miles and which backs off against sand dunes is an area of Special Scientific Interest. There are plenty of rocky pools to explore here as well as some interesting caves.

There is access to Vehicles and the majority of visitors park on the beach, which makes it a popular picnic area and provides easy access to anyone with mobility issues. There are bathing areas and designated boat launch points.

Criccieth’s sandy and grained beach sits beneath the headland of a majestic 13th century castle. This headland provides shelter from westerly winds together with a beach on a soft slope which is an excellent family beach.

Towards the far end of the castle the beach tends to be mor grainy and as you go east it is more sandy in the direction of Tremadog bay.

The beach itself is a mixture of sand and pebbles and is mostly shaded but there are winds from the north-east.

Trefor beach is located on the northern point of Llŷn Peninsula. Situated in the fishing village of Trefor against a backdrop of the spectacular Eryri mountains.

Outside the harbour wall surfing conditions can be good, but not for beginners. If you want to walk down to the beach there is a footpath from the village to Trefor beach which passes the local play area.

Morfa Nefyn beach is under the care of National Trust and is a fine sand beach with a sheltered bay and natural harbour on Lleyn Coastal Heritage.

It is popular with fishing, whilst there is a crescent of sand which faces north-east from one side and north-west from the other side which can create different conditions for surfers, windsurfers and kitesurfers.

The small fishing village of Porthdinllaen which lies at the top of the beach is famous for its tavern, Tŷ Coch.

A hidden treasure in Lleyn Peninsula, the beach faces south and is 3 miles of fine sand, stone and beautiful sand dunes. Visitors can enjoy swimming in the calm sea or go for a leisurely walk along the seashore. The beach offers a peaceful environment and is ideal for families and children.