If you and your canine companion are heading to this beautiful part of the country, then our guide to dog-friendly North Wales is perfect for you!
From endless countryside walks to the vast array of dog-friendly beaches, you are promised plenty of dog-friendly attractions in North Wales. Dog-friendly walks in North Wales include countryside parks such as Alyn Waters, Loggerheads and Maes y Pant. These are ideal for leisurely strolls!
If your dog is up the for a challenge, many hikes are available in North Wales! From taking on Wales’ highest mountain Snowdon to discovering the medieval remains of Castell Dinas Brân.
For an afternoon by the seaside, be sure to head to one of North Wales’ dog-friendly beaches! These include Harlech Beach, Talacre Beach and Colwyn Bay Beach.
Continue reading to find even more dog-friendly attractions in North Wales…
Llwyngwern Quarry
Pantperthog
Machynlleth
SY20 9AZ
01654705950
Discover a hidden world, full to the brim with examples of renewable energy, organic gardens, green buildings and sustainable woodland habitats. Get the kids inspired for a greener, more sustainable future at the Centre For Alternative Technology, Machynlleth.
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2 Waterfall Vw
Llanberis
Caernarfon
LL55 4TH
Visit this breath-taking waterfall in Snowdonia for a true taste of the beauty of the North Wales natural landscape. Also known as Llanberis Falls, these falls cascade in two stages down into a tranquil gorge, where you’ll feel miles from the hustle and bustle of modern life.
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STATION YARD
Machynlleth
SY20 9SH
01654761303
Experience a bygone time with a ride on an old-fashioned steam railway. Corris Steam Railway carries passengers down the beautiful Dulas Valley, past grazing sheep and riverside slopes. Spot buzzards as you go and learn all about the railway’s fascinating history at the onsite museum.
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Deganwy Beach
Deganwy
Conwy
Wales
LL31 9YR
Nestled between Llandudno and Conwy is the village of Deganwy and its idyllic sand and shingle beach. One of few beaches in North Wales that faces south west, Deganwy is the perfect place to catch some rays.
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National Slate Museum
Llanberis
LL55 4TY
Located between the village of Llanberis and Dinorwig, and home to the National Slate Museum is Dinorwic Slate Quarry. Here, you can explore the large former slate quarry, promising breath-taking views.
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Dolgoch Falls
Tywyn
Snowdonia National Park
LL36 9UW
Hidden away in the South-Western part of the Snowdonia National Park sits the magnificent Dolgoch Falls. This easy to access Snowdonia attraction is ideal for families seeking a scenic spot for an afternoon picnic.
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Waterfall Rd
Dyserth
Rhyl
LL18 6ET
Discover the place where the River Fyddion falls to meet the River Clwyd and the remnants of a suspected medieval water wheel can be found.
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Fairy Glen car park
A5
Conwy River
Betws-y-Coed
Snowdonia National Park
LL24 0HF
Discover one of the most enchanting places in the Gwydir Forest, a spot tucked away in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park. Fairy Glen is a secluded gorge and beauty spot resting on the Conwy River.
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Rhyl
North Wales
United Kingdom
LL18 2AD
Follow this trail along the banks of the River Clwyd estuary and spot birds as you go! Birds to look out for include kingfisher, oystercatcher, curlew and shelduck.
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Holyhead Road
Betws-y-Coed
LL24 0AA
03000 653000
Blow off the cobwebs with a walking trail through Gwydir Forest Park. This stunning forest surrounds Betws-y-coed, one of the prettiest villages in Snowdonia.
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