The beaches of the Llyn Peninsula
The beaches of the Llyn Peninsula
There are some of the most fabulous beaches in the whole of the UK, here in the Llyn Peninsula. It almost makes you wonder why people sit for hours, nose to tail in miles' ling traffic jams going to some other parts of the country only to play sardines on the beaches. Actually we're quite happy they aren't all here as it makes it more special for those of us in the know.
These are by far, not all of the beaches, and that is one of the very special parts of the Llyn Peninsula, all of the special little coves that are waiting for you to find with hardly a soul on them. Please take this information as a general guide and do make your own investigations if you specifically wish to take a dog, or an open café is important to you because things can change. Other than that have a wonderful time.
Trefor Beach
We have to start with Trefor Beach as it is a 10 minute walk from the house. It's a small beach but makes up for it in a glorious setting, easy access and a safe place for families due to the large protective solid stone pier.
It has a small car park right by the beach and a couple of picnic tables on the edge of the pier. Although there are a few small boats in the harbour, they do not interfere with swimming or water activities. Due to it being very protected from winds and waves it is an excellent place to learn paddleboarding, kayaking or even swimming. It is stony in the water so it is advised to wear beach shoes whilst in the sea.
As well as this you can go crabbing or fishing from the pier. One not to be missed for convenience and simplicity in a lovely un-crowded setting
Llanbedrog Beach Abersoch
This is a sheltered sandy beach with colourful beach huts overlooking Cardigan Bay. Llanbedrog near Pwllheli on the Llyn Peninsula is a long stretch of sandy coast with colourful beach huts and shallow water, ideal for families. It lies in the shadow of the steep Mynydd Tir-y-Cwmwd headland near Abersoch.
Dinas Dinlle Beach and it's Iron Age Hill Fort
Dinas Dinlle has easy access which makes it popular with visitors because it is such a fabulous place to visit. Dinas Dinlle is a ‘Site of Special Scientific Interest’ for its valuable natural habitats and also has the unique archaeological attraction of the Iron Age hill fort gradually declining into the sea. It has a reputation for excellent bass fishing and the varied habitats attract a great range of birdlife.
Traeth Aberdaron Beach
A real gem on the western tip of the Llyn Heritage Coast, Aberdaron's lovely beach is accessible to people requiring disabled access with plenty of car parking. Popular with water sports enthusiasts, especially surfing and wakeboarding along with an annual sailing regatta. You can also take a boat trip for fishing or across to the heritage- and wildlife-rich ‘Isle of 20,000 Saints, Bardsley. The beach is bookended with beautiful headlands on both ends of the beach, which offer shelter as well as providing wonderful views. For those that like a little more with their sunbathing, there are local shops and cafes to relax and take in the views. Dogs are welcome on the left hand side of the slipway.
Porth Oer Whistling Sands Beach
This is a real Gem for those making their way to the end of Llyn Peninsula. it is a National Trust beach which is small and picturesque. The name "Whistling Sands" comes from sound of the particular type of sand as you walk across it. To make it even more special, this is only one of two beaches across the whole of Europe where you can experience this. The car park is a little further than some beaches at almost 200m away, but this just makes the arrival that much more special. Walkers are well catered for with the many accessible footpaths, but check beforehand as there are some dog restriction areas on the beach itself. Throughout the summer months the beach has a shop and toilets.
Porth-Ceriad Beach
Porth Towyn Beach
Porth Towyn Beach is located near the small village of Tudweiliog, on the northern coast of the beautiful Llŷn Peninsula. Whilst being one of the more remote beaches in the area, it makes up for it by being one of the loveliest. Bring your own food and drink as there is very little nearby.
The beach itself is a small bay flanked and backed by gently sloping grassy cliffs. These provide enough shelter from the wind, but the beach is also exposed enough to pick up some surf. The sand also ‘squeaks’ when you tread on it, like its more famous neighbour, Whistling Sands.
Morfa-Nefyn Beach
One of the most popular Llyn Peninsula beaches, it's not hard to see why. Situated next to Porthdinllaen on the north coast of the Llyn Peninsula, Nefyn's two-mile long sweep of sands line a sheltered bay and natural harbour on the Llyn Heritage Coast. The beach of fine sand is popular with fishermen, while water sports enthusiasts enjoy the variety of conditions - the crescent of sands faces north-west from one side and north-east from the other, creating different conditions for surfers, windsurfers and kite surfers.
The small, picturesque fishing hamlet of Porthdinllaen is famous for its pub, the Ty Coch, which lies at the top of the beach.
Toilets and refreshments at Morfa Nefyn, more facilities at the town of Nefyn. Dogs restrictions apply April - end September.
Porth Iago Beach
This is a picturesque small sandy bay on the north-western coast of the Llyn Peninsula. It is readily accessible from the nearby pay and display car park with a private track down to the beach. It's a lovely sheltered beach, ideal for families for swimming and beach activities. Take care and be respectful on the route in as you go through a private farm. The access to the beach is via a steep sandy path, so bear tht in mind if people have difficulty with walking.
