Campsites near Bala Lake (Llyn Tegid) are the eastern gateway to Snowdonia. With their immense array of watersports, hire some gear and take a look for yourself! Or if you prefer to watch from a splashproof distance, Bala Lake Railway travels along the shores of the area known in Welsh as Llyn Tegid. Don't forget to grab a snap of Wales' answer to Nessie - the legendary Teggie in the lake.
Penybontfawr, Oswestry, Powys (12.9 miles)
Nestled in the lovely Tanat Valley, enjoy nature views in this family friendly touring park close to Lake Vyrnwy.
Dolgellau, Gwynedd (12.9 miles)
Family-run countryside campsite on a pretty riverbank between Dolgellau and Bala, close to the mountains and sea.
Dolgellau, Gwynedd (13.1 miles)
A small, privately owned family park set on a working farm 4 miles from Dolgellau in the Snowdonia National Park.
Machynlleth, Powys (13.3 miles)
Peaceful, family friendly tent and touring site situated in the stunning Snowdonia National Park.
Corwen, Denbighshire (13.9 miles)
A quiet, family run camping and touring site set by the River Dee in and easy reach of Llangollen. Open year round.
Welshpool, Powys (15 miles)
A dog friendly park between Snowdonia and the Shropshire Hills, with a swimming pool, bowling and tennis on site.
Dolgellau, Gwynedd (15.7 miles)
Eco-friendly glamping pods in rural Dolgellau, within Snowdonia National Park.
Dolgellau, Gwynedd (15.7 miles)
A small, privately owned park open all year and 1/2 a mile from Dolgellau in the beautiful Snowdonia National Park.
Betws-Y-Coed, Gwynedd (15.8 miles)
A 5 star park in walking distance of Betws-Y-Coed. Ideally located for golf, forest walks and Zip World Fforest.
Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd (16 miles)
Small family-run site in Snowdonia National Park on the banks of River Dwyryd. Scenic views and lots to explore!
Welshpool, Powys (16 miles)
Haven for animal lovers, walkers and those that simply want to get a little closer to nature.
Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd (16.2 miles)
Luxury safari lodges nestled in the heart of Snowdonia's adventures, Zip World and Blaenau Ffestiniog.
Welshpool, Powys (16.5 miles)
Stunning views, riverside location and miles of footpaths and cycle routes from site. Family and dog friendly.
Dolgellau, Gwynedd (16.6 miles)
A small, picturesque site with a fishing lake, set in woodland close to Cadair Idris and within Snowdonia.
Welshpool, Powys (18 miles)
Camping and touring surrounded by charming woodland. Dog friendly with a carp and course fishery.
Glyn Ceiriog, Llangollen, Wrexham (18.1 miles)
A peaceful site by a river in Llangollen, in the heart of Wales' beauty and near to Offa's Dyke.
Llangollen, Wrexham (18.7 miles)
A small glamping site with a cosy glamping cabin located in the beautiful Ceiriog Valley near Llangollen.
Carmel, Llanrwst, Conwy (18.9 miles)
Family friendly camping and glamping in a range of hills opposite Snowdonia, 8 miles from Betws-y-Coed.
Cemmaes, Machynlleth, Powys (18.9 miles)
Wild and wonderful. Calm adults-only glamping cabin with peaceful woodland and eco-friendly facilities.
Harlech, Gwynedd (19.1 miles)
A quiet holiday park, near Harlech and the Dwyryd estuary in Snowdonia, North Wales. Family friendly.
Oswestry, Shropshire (19.8 miles)
Gorgeous glamping in furnished yurts with camping alongside, cabins and a bunkhouse on the rural Welsh border.