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There is vehicle access directly onto the beach via a slipway, making it popular with disabled visitors and families as well as watersports enthusiasts. Despite the name, the rocks aren't actually black.
Sand
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 49% |
| Max temp. | 17°C |
| (feels like | 15°C) |
| Wind 11mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 7% |
| Min temp. | 13°C |
| (feels like | 12°C) |
| Wind 7mph |  |
The tide at Black Rock Sands is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 3:21 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 9:31 PM.
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
Water quality not measured here
Ty Kilmore
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Maesawel Studio
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The Granary
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Llygad y Dydd
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Ty Gwennol at Gilfach Goch
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Gwynedd Cottage
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Black Rock Llamas (1.1 miles)
Madog Quads (2.1 miles)
Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways (2.2 miles)
Welsh Highland Heritage Railway (2.6 miles)
Criccieth Lifeboat Station (2.7 miles)
Criccieth Castle (2.8 miles)
Portmeirion Village (2.9 miles)
All distances are approximate
just over a mile east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
Location: Morfa Bychan
Location type: Village
OS Grid: SH542363
Country: Wales
Local Authority: Gwynedd
Parish: Porthmadog
Nearest postcode: LL49 9YP
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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