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15 dog friendly beaches in North Wales
There are so many dog friendly beaches in North Wales with miles and miles of wide sandy shores for your pooch to explore. With so much in this magical place for your dog to visit, where should you start?
Whether you want to visit beaches where you can take in the views of Snowdonia, like Criccieth Beach, or the popular likes of Barmouth Beach, you won’t run out of options for both you and your pooch to explore!
If you want some help planning your next North Wales holiday, there’s plenty to find here that will leave you happy and your furry friend with their tail wagging! A UK dog friendly holiday park mixed with beautiful beaches is the perfect match, so let’s get started…
Harlech Beach
Harlech Beach is backed by impressive dunes on the northwest coast of Wales. It sits beneath the iconic Harlech Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to the 13th century – even your pooch can enjoy history, as dogs on leads are welcome to access ground floor levels of the site.
Find out moreThis four-mile stretch of golden sands offers ample space for dog walks, building sandcastles, and beach games. The dunes provide sheltered areas for picnics and wildlife watching, plus you can swim, kayak, sail, and more.
Dog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round, except for a small section of the beach that will be signposted, which has a dog ban between 1st April - 30th September.
Barmouth Beach
Barmouth Beach, another popular dog friendly beach in North Wales curves along the northwest coast where the River Mawddach meets Cardigan Bay. This large sandy beach is overlooked by the traditional seaside town and harbour of the same name and is southern Snowdonia’s most popular seaside resort.
Find out moreThe southern end has a long promenade lined with shops, cafes, and attractions like a fun fair – perfect for a family day out! Barmouth Beach is known for its safe swimming conditions and excellent sailing waters, and at only a 10-minute drive from the nearby Barmouth Bay Holiday Park, why not take a day trip here?
Dog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round, except from the area of the beach between the leisure centre and the river from 1st April to 30th September.
Talacre Beach
This long stretch of flat, sandy beach on the Dee Estuary near the town of Prestatyn has a classic seaside resort feel with plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained. The beach is backed by grassy dunes and has plenty of space for families to enjoy beach games and play endless games of fetch with your pooch.
Find out moreTalacre Beach is also a popular spot for a sunset dog walk, come and catch one of the most beautiful times of the day with your furry friend!
Dog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round.
Rhyl Beach
Rhyl Beach hugs the North Wales coastline and this long, sandy beach is bounded by a sea wall and promenade area with plentiful facilities. You’ll find cafes, shops, and amusements nearby, plus a handy holiday park just a 10-minute drive away. The wide beach allows for lots of room for beach sports, games, and general relaxation.
Find out moreIt’s especially huge and empty in the quieter seasons outside of summer, so your pup will have plenty of space to jump and play. Rhyl Beach holds a Seaside Award for its cleanliness and facilities, making it a must-see beach location!
Dog restrictions: Partial, seasonal dog restriction from 1st May to 30th September, with local signs and maps of where dogs can visit during this time.
Conwy Morfa Beach
Sitting on the east side of the mouth of the Conwy River, Conwy Morfa Beach is a sandy, rural beach with a naturist area at the far western end. The rest of the beach is lined by grassy dunes and enjoyed by families and dog-walkers alike. You could even take a splash with your pooch to fully enjoy everything that one of the best dog friendly beaches in North Wales has to offer!
Find out moreDog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round.
Colwyn Bay Beach
Colwyn Bay Beach (Rhos-on-Sea) is a long and sandy beach that has a lively promenade backed by the traditional seaside resort town. The wide beach and shallow waters make it very popular for families being safe for both kids and dogs to make a splash. The eastern end of the beach stretches towards Llandudno, with views of the Little Orme headland.
Find out moreDog restrictions: Porth Eirias to Colwyn Bay welcomes dogs all year round. Seasonal dog ban from Rhos on Sea to Porth Eirias between 1st May – 30th September.
If you want to visit when you're guaranteed a day of sand for your dog, visit the parts of the beach when restrictions are lifted (October - April).
Red Wharf Bay
Also known as Traeth Coch, this large and remote sandy bay on the eastern coast of the Isle of Anglesey has a rural setting that gives the beach a wonderfully unspoiled feel, plus it lies on an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It's prized by walkers, artists, bird watchers, photographers, and those seeking quiet beach days. At low tide, it can reveal sand covering nearly 10 miles.
Find out morePerfect for dog friendly days out where your pooch can explore to their heart’s content!
Dog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round.
Dinas Dinlle Beach
Dinas Dinlle Beach is a sandy, Blue Flag beach near the Llyn Peninsula. The main beach area has a seaside cafe and two slipways for boats and jet skis. The area is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) due to the number of rare birds that live there and its valuable natural habitats, so why not see if you can spot them when you visit with your furry friend?
Find out moreDog restrictions: Seasonal dog restriction from 1st May – 30th September, where there is a small area dogs are restricted between the stone breakwaters, but the rest of the beach allows dogs all year round.
Rhosneigr Beach
This popular beach on the southwest coast of the Isle of Anglesey consists of two long, sandy beaches separated by the rocky Trwyn Cynddeiriog headland. Made up of two beaches – Traeth Crigyll and Traeth Lyndan, Rhosneigr is a renowned spot for water sports like kitesurfing, windsurfing, and sailing due to its strong winds.
Find out moreLet your dog explore the dunes at one of North Wales dog friendly beaches!
Dog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round.
Beaumaris Beach
Beaumaris Beach curves along the eastern shore of the Menai Strait on the Isle of Anglesey. At low tide, the beach extends out over a large area, revealing intriguing rock formations and pools ideal for exploring marine life. Behind the beach are grassy areas with benches where you can enjoy lovely views over to Bangor and the mountains of Snowdonia beyond the strait.
Find out moreThe Welsh Coast Path passes the beach, and provides excellent views of mainland Wales and the Menai Strait, so not only can your dog enjoy beach walks but land discoveries too!
Dog restrictions: Dogs are not allowed on the section south of the pier from 1st May – 30th September. The rest of the beach is dog friendly all year.
Morfa Bychan Beach
Also known as Black Rock Sands, it's renowned for its vast expanse of pale sands that stretch for over two miles at low tide and is backed by a dune system that has been designated an SSSI. Its remote setting makes it a haven for birdlife. Behind the beach, hiking trails lead through the dunes and coastal heathland, making it one of the best dog friendly beaches in North Wales.
Find out moreDog restrictions: The majority of the beach is dog-friendly year-round, but there is a seasonal restriction at the Northern end of the beach from 1st May – 30th September. This area is marked.
Towyn Beach
Towyn Beach sits just east of the seaside town of Abergele. The beach gently slopes into shallow waters, making it very family-friendly, plus your pup can have a dip! It has a mixture of shingle and sand and offers a range of seaside attractions such as funfairs and amusement arcades. Situated adjacent to the Wales Coast Path, it’s renowned for its scenic walks.
Find out moreIf you get a nice clear day, you can enjoy the stunning view across Colwyn Bay with your pooch.
Dog restrictions: Dogs are welcome all year round.
Kinmel Bay
This sandy bay, also known as Sandy Cove, is a north-facing sandy beach with a narrow promenade. The dunes and beach area are part of the Barkhouse Beach Nature Reserve protecting the important dune habitat and birdlife that thrives here. If you’re staying at a nearby holiday park, you can get direct access to the beach you can wake up and be beside the sea with your furry friend!
Find out moreDog restrictions: Dogs are not allowed between Dinas Avenue, Kinmel Bay, and Sandbank Road Towyn from 1st May – 30th September. Dogs are allowed on the rest of the beach throughout the year although must be kept on a lead in the nature reserve.
Crieccieth Beach
Criccieth two beautiful beaches are separated by its prominent medieval castle, perched on a small headland. The eastern side of the beach is pebbly and better for children and dogs since its shallow water makes it a safer place for them to play. It is also a great location for walkers at low tide, as you can take in the most amazing views of Cardigan Bay and the mountains of Snowdonia.
Find out moreDog restrictions: Seasonal dog restriction on Promenade Beach and Marine Beach from 1st May – 30th September.
Tal-y-bont Beach (Benar)
North of Barmouth, this beach forms a part of the large sand system of Morfa Dyffrynm, which is an area of Special Scientific Interest. Fishing is a popular activity at Tal-y-bont Beach, so you can fish while your dog sits right beside you and explores!
Find out morePlus, it’s easily accessible from the Barmouth Bay holiday park (only a 10-minute drive), so you can wake up and start your day in the best way possible…
Dog restrictions: Seasonal dog restriction from 1st April – 30th September.
Are these dog friendly beaches in North Wales perfect for your pooch?
With these 15 dog friendly beaches in North Wales, are you now set for your next holiday? To help you even further, here is a dog friendly beaches in North Wales map where you can add everything to your itinerary and see how close they are to your holiday park – most of which are nearby, so you and your pooch can be playing fetch on the sand in no time!
Book your next holiday today, so you can experience all that North Wales has to offer for you and your furry friend…
Remember to always check the dog restrictions yourself before visiting as some may vary.
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