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Porthor
This wonderful beach is famous for its ‘whistling sands’ and glistening waters on the northern side of the Llŷn Peninsula.
Porthor, Aberdaron, Gwynedd, LL53 8LG
Important notice
Our car park use pay and display machines or the JustPark app. We recommend downloading the app before your visit.
Opening times for 12 July 2025
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Not a National Trust Café.
- Car park
Our car park uses pay and display machines. You'll need to scan your member card, or pay with coins if you're not a member. You can also use the JustPark app; we recommend downloading the app before your visit.
- Dogs allowed
Seasonal dog restrictions from 1 April to 30 September.
- Electric vehicle charging point
- Toilet
Grass and gravel car park. Gravel path to steep tarmac lane down to the beach (300 metres). Toilets at car park.
- Ramped access/slopes
Steep hill from car park down to Porthor beach.
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- By road
from Caernarfon follow the A487 then B4417 through Nefyn and Tudweiliog. At T-junction at Pen y Groeslon turn right and in ½ a mile follow signposted minor road on the right. If travelling from Pwllheli follow A499 to Llanbedrog then B4413 to Pen y Groeslon before following signposted minor road to right.
Sat Nav: LL53 8LG
- By bus
reach Aberdaron via services from Pwllheli to Aberdaron and Uwchmynydd.
- Parking
Parking is free for members of the National Trust. Please note the pay and display machines accept coins only. You can pay online using PayByPhone. We recommend you download the app before your visit.
Planning your visit
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Visiting Llŷn Peninsula with your dog
Here in Llŷn we’ve got a range of walks to please you and your four-legged companion, from the beautiful Porthdinllaen to the rugged coastline of Porthor.
Highlights
Beach
A sandy beach on the rugged northern coastline of the Llŷn peninsula, famous for its 'whistling sands'.
Outdoor activities
Activity
Outdoor activities at Porthor
Our coastline isn’t just beautiful, it’s fun. Whether surfing, bodyboarding or kayaking, you’ll love getting active in the water at Porthor. Explore a great family beach and enjoy a great place to relax.
Top trails
Trail
Porthor walk
The views are spectacular along this rugged coastline on the northern side of the Llŷn Peninsula. This is a great walk to absorb some of the history and heritage of the area.
Places to stay
Tan Y Bwlch
A beautifully restored 19th century cottage with panoramic sea views outside the front door.
Pant Rhiw Cottage
Take in the views across Hell’s Mouth Bay from this cottage on the Plas-yn-Rhiw estate.
Moryn
A stylish coastal retreat with white sands and sailing boats outside your door
Tri-A-Hanner
A cosy cottage just yards from the sea on the Llyn Peninsula
Enlli
A modern apartment in the seaside village of Aberdaron just steps away from the beach.
Daron
A bright, two-storey apartment in lovely Aberdaron, with a sandy beach on the doorstep and nearby trails for walking and cycling.
Hywyn
A bright, spacious apartment in the heart of lovely fishing village, Aberdaron, close to the wide, sandy bay.
Meudwy
In the heart of Aberdaron with its wide, sandy bay on the doorstep, this apartment offers miles of stunning coastal walks on the Llyn Peninsula.
Upcoming events
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About Porthor
This wonderful beach is famous for its ‘whistling sands’ and glistening waters. If the joys of sandcastles and sunbathing are not enough for you, then why not have a go at surfing? The sea here is perfect. In addition, the Wales Coast Path runs in both directions from the car park.