Trefor
Porth Ceiriad
Porth Ceiriad
At Ynata you are just a few hundred yards from Trefor beach, and this one is not to be missed. A small sandy beach with a large stone pier is great for a day relaxing. There is a free carpark next to the beach with a toilet block. Trefor beach is an easy walk down Beach Road or short drive. No restrictions on dogs.
There is good paddle boarding outside the breakwater and it can be a decent place to surf. There are plenty of small fishing and pleasure boats moored behind the breakwater.
Once at the beach a great option is to follow the coastal path West. Around 500m along this path you will discover dramatic headlands and sea stacks. If you follow the path further you will reach steps and a path heading inland which will bring you back into the centre of Trefor. This is also the location of "West" beach as its known locally. A pebbly beach which is much quieter, and perfect for watching the sunset, this beach can also be accessed by car along a rough track. Head through the gate just to the right of Berwyn Garage at the very end of Eifl Rd
Porth Ceiriad
Porth Ceiriad
Porth Ceiriad
Just south of Abersoch this is a spectacular beach and can be a great choice on windy days as the south facing bay is protected on 3 sides. Popular with surfers this beach has the added bonus that your dog is welcome to go with you throughout the year. Its off the beaten track, so is usually quieter.
For Parking either you can leave Abersoch following the road to Sarn Bach. Turn left signposted Bwlchtocyn. Follow this road for three-quarters of a mile and then take the right turn (near Cim Farm) which is signposted to Porth Ceiriad and Traeth/Beach. Car parking is in a field. They operate a Pay and Display system, which uses CCTV and the charge is £3. There is a half a mile walk to the beach.
Or you can park at Nant y Big Farm and Campsite, which is a little further on from the turn off for Bwlchtocyn. It is marked on the left with a “no through road” sign. Turn down the lane and follow the bends to the barrier. Parking costs £3 per vehicle
Porth Lago
Whistling Sands
Whistling Sands
A quick walk down the sandy dunes takes you to the golden, sandy cove of Porth Iago, one of the prettiest beaches on the Llŷn Peninsula. Porth Iago is a well-kept secret. Situated on the northern coast of the Llŷn, sheltered by two grassy headlands, with crystal clear, blue water and fine, golden sand. It is perfect for families, bathers, kayakers or paddleboarders.
The horseshoe-shaped cove of Porth Iago site between the headlands of Dinas and Graig Ddu looks like a Mediterranean escape on a sunny day. Rarely busy, the beach is perfect for a relaxing day on the sand. Families with young children will love the sheltered bay as it’s great for swimming and paddling. There are nearby points of interest including the rocky cove at Porth Ferin. Look closely between the rocks in the cove and you can see evidence of the old rusted pulley systems and chains that once served to drag in fishermen’s boats up in the cove for shelter.
Above the beach is a car park from which you get to by taking a farm track through Ty Mawr farm. You will need to pay for your parking as there is a Pay and Display machine. Take the road out of Aberdaron on the B4413, take the sharp left just before Pen-y-Groeslan, signposted Whistling Sands / Porth Oer. After 1 mile turn right at the crossroads. Follow this road for about 1.5 miles to a junction. Turn left, then right and, after 500m, left down the Ty Mawr farm lane (go past the farm buildngs) that leads to the car park for Porth Iago
Whistling Sands
Whistling Sands
Whistling Sands
Porth Oer or Porthor is one of the most famous beaches on the Llyn Peninsula. The English name, ’Whistling Sands’, is derived from the squeak or whistle emitted by the peculiar shaped sand particles being rubbed together when walked on in warm weather. The sound can be made by stamping or sliding the feet on dry sand.
There is a great cafe on the beach and the National Trust Pay & Display car park is located up a steep little hill. When the wind is onshore on the southern coast, head here for the day. This beach is popular with surfers if conditions are right and there are plenty of good walks along the coastal path and into the surrounding countryside from here.
The beach is run by the National Trust and you can visit their webpage for this beach by clicking the button below
Porthdinllaen
Porthdinllaen
Porthdinllaen
The famous one with the pub on the beach at Porthdinllaen! A simply stunning series of beaches within a large bay culminating in a picture perfect fishing village with its own pub, Ty Coch on the end of the tiny peninsula.
This is another National Trust site and will require you to walk from the carpark at the gold course entrance. It is worth it however to explore the tiny collection of houses and stop for a drink at the famous pub. Be aware the pub is often open only Fri-Sun in winter.
A great way to explore the peninsula is to follow the circular walk along the beach past Ty Coch and to the lifeboat station at the end. You can follow the path right around the headland although its a bit of a scramble in places. The link below will take you to the National Trust's website page for Porthdinllaen
Llanbedrog
Porthdinllaen
Porthdinllaen
The picturesque village of Llanbedrog is situated on the south side of the Llyn peninsula, between the popular seaside resorts of Abersoch and Pwllheli. The village is renowned for its mile-long beach, the most sheltered in North Wales, most of which is managed by the National Trust. Access is at the southern end of the beach with a National Trust carpark. Don't miss breakfast at the beach bar just at the beach entrance.
It is a popular destination for watersports such as windsurfing, kayaking and sailing. The beach huts at Llanbedrog are part of a long-standing tradition, bringing some colour and joy to visitors on the beach.
If you are feeling energetic, take a walk up onto the cliffs at the south end of the beach to see the Tin Man statue and enjoy a wonderful panorama along the beach and back towards the Snowdonia mountains
Porth Neigwl / Hells Mouth Beach
Porth Neigwl / Hells Mouth Beach
Porth Neigwl / Hells Mouth Beach
Don't be put off by the name! Just to the west of Abersoch, Porth Neigwl, or Hell's Mouth as it is also known, is a south west facing rural beach frequented by surfers and kayakers because of the relatively large waves.
It is a gently shelving beach, consisting mainly of medium sized pebbles at high tide but with vast expanses of sand at low tide so this is one to pick when the high tide times don't work for you.
The beach seldom gets busy and is often a good spot to get away from the busier beaches of Abersoch. Dog friendly all year around. No facilities but just up the road is the Sun Inn at Llanengan
Borth Y Gest
Porth Neigwl / Hells Mouth Beach
Porth Neigwl / Hells Mouth Beach
This one is a little gem, secluded but small so get there early. You can park up either in the main harbour front carpark in Borth y Gest itself or on one of the streets. Walk around the headland at the southwest end of the harbour past St Cyngars church and follow the path for about 300 yards.
The beach is a series of little sandy bays, with rocky outcrops, some of which you need to be persistant to work your way down to. Not much space on them plus there can be some currents in the area so care is needed however the rewards are lovely quiet sandy beaches with a great view across the estuary out towards Harlech. There are facilities in Borth Y Gest itself but not at the beach so go prepared.