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Craig Du Beach is situated at the northern edge of the mouth of Tremadog Bay, backed by Snowdonia National Park and an estuary. The beach is an area of sand with dunes, forming the northerly part of Black Rock Sands beach. The large expanse of hard-packed flat sand allows car access, which is regulated by a seasonal Council warden.
The beach is popular with kite-buggies and kite surfers, and its gentle gradient also attracts bathers. The area provides a rich feeding ground for various bird species. A rocky headland at the western end of the bay offers rock pools, exposed caverns, and a multi-coloured rock face to explore at low tide. The beach is also a popular spot for picnics, motor boats, and water bikes, with a designated zone for their use. Access onto the beach for disabled people is good.
The western end of Morfa Bychan beach, commonly known as Black Rock Sands or Craig Du, is an expansive sandy beach with a large, rocky headland at its western end. The beach stretches for about 2 miles, backed by a dune system designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest. A river mouth lies at the south-eastern end of the beach, and the village of Morfa Bychan is nearby. The beach offers lovely views of the mountains and countryside of Snowdonia National Park. A slipway provides vehicular access to the sands, and most visitors park on the beach, making it a popular picnic destination and providing easy access for those with mobility problems.
There is a 10mph speed limit on the beach, and visitors are advised to check the tide times to avoid getting caught out. There are designated bathing and boat launching areas. A seasonal dog ban applies to this end of the beach during the summer, while the rest of the beach is dog-friendly year-round.
The surrounding area offers a range of facilities, including holiday parks, shops, places to eat, and a golf club in the village of Morfa Bychan. More facilities can be found in the town of Porthmadog, about 2 miles from the beach. The Morfa Bychan, North Wales Wildlife Trust Nature Reserve, backs the eastern side of the beach.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 95% |
| Max temperature | 16°C |
| feels like | 16°C |
| Wind 19mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 77% |
| Min temperature | 10°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 17mph |  |
The tide at Craig Du Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 6:10 AM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 11:16 AM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Campsite
Food available
Slipway
Parking available on the beach.
Restrictions apply.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Excellent water quality
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All distances are approximate
just over a mile east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 2 miles by road.
just over a mile west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
just over a mile west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 5 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles east as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 5 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 14 miles by road.
around 5 miles west as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road or 7 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 8 miles west as the seagull flies, around 12 miles by road or 9 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 10 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 10 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 11 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road.
around 11 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 11 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 12 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 13 miles north-northwest as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 14 miles west as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road or 15 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 14 miles west as the seagull flies, around 20 miles by road or 15 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 14 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 14 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 15 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
Location: Morfa Bychan
Location type: Village
OS Grid: SH524374
Coordinates: 52°54'49"N 4°11'42"W
Mapcode: GBR 5M.NFDJ
What 3 Words: develop.shadowed.dinner
Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.
Country: Wales
Local Authority: Gwynedd
Parish: Porthmadog
Nearest postcode: LL49 9YL
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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