What kind of stays does Cwmlanerch Campsite and Cottages offer?

Tent, Motorhome, Glamping, by a river.

Cwmlanerch Campsite and Cottages

A quiet riverside pitch in Snowdonia, one forest walk from Betws-y-Coed, run by a family who actually notice when you arrive.

Cwmlanerch sits beside the River Conwy on the edge of Snowdonia National Park, a mile from Betws-y-Coed as the crow flies and about 20 minutes on foot through Gwydyr forest. That walk into town is part of the deal: owner Gareth will point you to the safe trail rather than the road, and may even offer a lift if the heavens open.

The bell tents look out to Siabod and Tryfan, two of Snowdonia's more recognisable shapes on the southern horizon. Standard pitches suit tents, motorhomes and touring caravans on a mix of grass and hardstanding. The site is self check-in and unpretentious: no amenities shop, no entertainment, just clean facilities and a setting that does the heavy lifting.

Betws-y-Coed has everything you need for provisioning, and the forest path keeps you off the main road entirely. Gwydyr forest trails extend further for anyone who wants a longer morning. The River Conwy runs alongside the site and the sound carries across the pitches at night.

Before you book

Local shops are a 40-minute walk along the road; the forest trail into Betws-y-Coed is the recommended route but adds time.

“A well-kept, genuinely family-run pitch on the River Conwy in Snowdonia, earning its reputation through owner care and a location that speaks for itself.”

Why it made the cut

Riverside Snowdonia setting with mountain views from the glamping pitches
Owner-present and genuinely attentive without being intrusive
Clean, functional facilities kept to a consistently high standard
20-minute forest walk to Betws-y-Coed keeps cars off the road

The Feeling

Lovingly scruffy · Curated rustic · Solitary tempo

River sounds at nightMountain skyline from the bell tentForest path to townOwner who hands you a trail map

Good For

Family
Date
Solo

Best For

Riverside camping beside the River Conwy in Snowdonia National Park
Family groups with kids play area and mix of tent, caravan, and glamping options
Walking access to Snowdonia Slate Trail and Conwy Panorama Walk within 2km

In Campr's collections

Riverside sleepsThe River Conwy runs alongside the pitches and you can hear it from your sleeping bag.
Farm fields properA working family farm adjacent to the site, with no holiday-park pretence and an owner who comes over to check you're settled.
Slow familyTents, tourers and bell tents on a Snowdonia riverside farm, with a forest walk to town and mountain views from the glamping end.

Quick answers

What kind of stays does Cwmlanerch Campsite and Cottages offer?: Tent, Motorhome, Glamping, by a river.
Where is Cwmlanerch Campsite and Cottages?: Cwmlanerch, Betws-y-Coed LL24 0BG, UK.