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Carreg Wen Beach is a beautiful little beach in Tremadog Bay, overlooking the estuaries of the Afon Dwyryd and the Afon Glaslyn. The sandy beach is flanked by rocks and backed by hills and grasslands, providing stunning views across the estuary and towards the snow-capped mountains of Snowdonia National Park in the distance.
The beach is a popular destination for sunbathers during the summer months, although swimming is not recommended due to the presence of strong currents. Visitors are also advised to wear protective footwear when near the water's edge, as weever fish with venomous spines can be found in the waters at certain times of the year. The surrounding area is a good spot for birdwatching and is popular with walkers.
Facilities and parking can be found in nearby Borth-y-Gest, a small sandy bay in a pretty little harbour village between Porthmadog and Black Rock Sands. Borth-y-Gest offers a car park, bus stop, and places to eat, as well as a beautiful church, Saint Cyngar's Church. At high tide, the beach at Borth-y-Gest disappears, but there are other nearby spots to visit.
The estuary habitat of Tremadog Bay is fantastic for birds, with several reserves in the area. This makes the region a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.
Carreg Wen Beach is adjacent to the Llyn Peninsula Coastal Path and the Wales Coast Path.
Estuary Sand
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| Chance of rain | 76% |
| Max temperature | 18°C |
| feels like | 19°C |
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| Min temperature | 13°C |
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The tide at Carreg Wen Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 2:19 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:36 PM.
Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low
Parking in Borth Y Gest - a 20 minute walk from the beach.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
just over a mile west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road or 2 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 2 miles west as the seagull flies, around 4 miles by road or 3 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles south as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 4 miles west as the seagull flies, around 6 miles by road or 5 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 6 miles south as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 7 miles west as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 9 miles south as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 10 miles west as the seagull flies, around 13 miles by road.
around 10 miles south as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 12 miles west as the seagull flies, around 15 miles by road.
around 13 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 17 miles by road.
around 13 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 19 miles by road.
around 14 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 15 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 15 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 18 miles by road.
around 15 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 33 miles by road or 26 miles on foot using coastal paths.
around 16 miles west as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 16 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 22 miles by road.
around 16 miles west as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
Location: Borth-y-Gest
Location type: Village
OS Grid: SH560370
Coordinates: 52°54'41"N 4°8'28"W
Mapcode: GBR 5P.NNGG
What 3 Words: raft.magically.nitrogen
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 9UF
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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