North Wales Motorhome Road Trip: Coast, Eryri and Anglesey

Discover North Wales by motorhome on a varied coast-and-mountains route through Conwy, Llandudno, Eryri (Snowdonia), Beddgelert, Portmeirion, Caernarfon and Anglesey. This guide combines famous landmarks with practical links for finding campsites and checking the current parking rules.

Suggested route: Conwy → Llandudno → Ogwen Valley → Beddgelert → Portmeirion → Caernarfon → Anglesey. Allow at least five to seven nights, and longer if you want full walking days or two-night stops.

Conwy Castle and walled town

Aerial view of Conwy Castle in North Wales — Conwy Castle and its eight towers, North Wales.

Begin at Conwy, where the medieval castle and town walls sit beside the estuary. The castle is part of the World Heritage Site that also includes Caernarfon, Beaumaris and Harlech. Cadw provides current opening, accessibility and visitor information for Conwy Castle.

Conwy Council lists designated motorhome bays at Morfa Bach for daytime parking. Overnight camping is prohibited in council car parks, so book a proper campsite for the night and check the current council motorhome parking information before arrival.

Llandudno and the Great Orme

Llandudno Pier with the Great Orme in North Wales — Llandudno Pier beneath the Great Orme on the North Wales coast.

Llandudno offers a classic seaside stop with its long promenade, Victorian pier and the limestone headland of the Great Orme. Maelgwyn Road car park has space suitable for motorhomes for daytime visits, but the same council rule against overnight camping applies. Use the official Visit Wales Llandudno guide to plan beaches, walks and attractions.

Ogwen Valley and Eryri

Tryfan mountain and the Ogwen Valley in Eryri North Wales — Tryfan above the dramatic Ogwen Valley in Eryri.

The A5 through the Ogwen Valley is one of the most dramatic approaches to Eryri, passing beneath Tryfan and the Glyderau. Weather and parking pressure can change quickly, so set off early, use marked parking only and never block access or passing places.

Important: Eryri National Park states that staying overnight in a campervan or motorhome in a car park is not permitted. Use an official campsite and book ahead in busy periods. See the National Park’s camping and motorhome guidance.

Beddgelert

Beddgelert is an attractive base for riverside walks and exploring the western side of Eryri. The village streets and some approach roads are narrow, so choose a campsite before travelling and avoid relying on an unconfirmed roadside space. Leave time for a relaxed walk beside the Afon Glaslyn.

Portmeirion

Portmeirion’s colourful Italianate buildings and gardens make a very different North Wales stop. The village recommends advance tickets at peak times. If you travel with a pet, note that the attraction only permits guide and assistance dogs; check the official Portmeirion visitor information before planning the day.

Caernarfon Castle and harbour

Caernarfon Castle overlooking the harbour in North Wales — Caernarfon Castle and the harbour on the Menai Strait.

Caernarfon combines a formidable castle, historic streets and views across the Menai Strait. Together with Conwy, Beaumaris and Harlech, the castle forms part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Check Cadw’s current Caernarfon Castle information before visiting.

Anglesey: South Stack and Llanddwyn

South Stack Lighthouse on the cliffs of Anglesey — South Stack Lighthouse on the rugged Anglesey coast.

Cross the Menai Strait for Anglesey’s beaches, sea cliffs and coastal walks. South Stack, near Holyhead, has dramatic views and important seabird habitat. Access to the lighthouse involves many steps and can be affected by the weather, so check the official South Stack visitor information.

Sunset over the sea at Llanddwyn Island Anglesey — Sunset over Llanddwyn Island and the Anglesey coast.

Newborough and Llanddwyn provide forest, beach and island scenery for a memorable final stop. Check tide times, local signs and the current access arrangements, and leave plenty of room on narrow roads for local traffic.

Finding campsites and legal overnight stops

Book official sites rather than assuming that a viewpoint or car park permits sleeping overnight. Our campsite and legal stopover guide explains the most useful campsite apps, directories and checks. Rules can change, so always read current signs and confirm directly with the landowner or site.

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Photo credits: Conwy Castle — MP-DroneScapes, CC BY 3.0; Llandudno Pier — Matt Harrop, CC BY-SA 2.0; Ogwen Valley — IKreativ, CC BY-SA 4.0; Beddgelert Bridge — Jeff Buck, CC BY-SA 2.0; Portmeirion — Bill Harrison, CC BY-SA 2.0; Caernarfon Castle — Herbert Ortner, CC BY 4.0; South Stack — Peter Glyn, CC BY-SA 3.0; Llanddwyn sunset — TXGemGem, CC BY-SA 4.0. Images sourced from Wikimedia Commons.