Black Rock Sands
Gwynedd
Dog friendly?
Dogs are not allowed on part of the beach between 1st April and 30th September however there is a considerable stretch of beach that is dog friendly year round.
Access to the beach
Can drive directly onto the beach
Where to park?
Various locations to park include directly on the beach. Barriers are open between 9am-8pm.
Coordinates: 52.91260° N, 4.18901° W
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A fee is payable between 1 April and 30 September. There is an option to buy a daily ticket or a season permit. Day tickets can be purchased at the beach entrance and is card only. Season permit must be purchased online.
Day ticket
(Half price entry for blue badge holders after 4pm)
Car: £8 | Large vehicle £16
Season permit
Permanent Porthmadog residents
Car: £26.25 | Large vehicle: £52.50
Permanent Gwynedd residents
Car: £63 | Large vehicle: £126
Non-Gwynedd residents
Car: £84 | Large vehicle: £168
Getting here
Use postcode LL49 9YB to find the beach
The area is surrounded by several holiday parks, so just keep following the main road right to the end, where you’ll find the official entrance onto the beach
Facilities
Facilities include toilets, a shop, and a slipway, with parking available either on the beach itself or in a nearby car park
There is no lifeguard on duty
Dog friendly places to eat
Black Rock Beach Club situated right by the beach is the perfect place to relax after a day by the sea. The club offers a stylish bar and restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating, serving freshly prepared meals, stone-baked pizzas, and a great choice of drinks.
With regular live music and events, it’s a lively spot for both locals and visitors, and there’s even a kids’ play area to keep little ones entertained.
Important information for pet owners
Jelly fish are often found washed up on the beach
Walking routes nearby
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