Morfa Bychan Beach

Porthmadog, Gwynedd

An area of sand backed by dunes at the northern edge of the mouth of Tremadog Bay.

Beach Type

Sand

Facilities

Various campsites
Local shop and pub and a slipway

Activities

Boating
Birdwatching

Nature and Wildlife

Coastal walks. some spectacular scenery in the area. The extensive intertidal area provides afeeding ground for various bird species.

Parking

Parking available adjacent to the slipway or further north behind the dunes.

Water Quality

Excellent

Lifeguard

No

Awards and Recommendations

Marine Conservation Society Recommended

Location

Nearest town: Porthmadog
County: Gwynedd
Latitude/Longitude: 52.9048, -4.17676
Postcode: LL49 9YE
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

Head west from Porthmadog Signposted Mortha Bychan.

Nearest Railway Stations

Porthmadog (Approx. 2 miles away)
Criccieth (Approx. 3 miles away)
Tygwyn (Approx. 4 miles away)
Harlech (Approx. 4 miles away)
Minffordd (Approx. 4 miles away)

Tourist Information

Porthmadog TIC High Street. Porthmadog. Gwynedd. LL49 9LD Phone: 01766 512981

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Porthmadog

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