Gwerniago campsite is located in the heartland of rural Wales, in the most southern point of the Snowdonia National Park. Gwerniago is a working farm run by a Welsh speaking family. The campsite is situated just outside the village of Pennal in the beautiful Dyfi (Dovey) Valley.

The area around the farm is ideally suited for bird watching and walking. Some of our regular visitors are Red Kites. It is possible to see the Dyfi Ospreys's nest from the campsite with a good pair of binoculars.

The campsite is popular with walkers and cyclists; the site offers elevated views over the Dyfi Valley, woodlands, and riverside walks, and the campsite was voted in the top five by the kids in the book Cool Camping Kids recently. Young children can enjoy a pony ride around the campsite in the evenings and help feed the young lambs during the lambing season.

The farm is situated 3 miles from Machynlleth, an historic market town; Aberdyfi renowned for its famous golf course, harbour and beaches is a 15 minutes drive away. while the seaside village of Borth is a 20mins drive in the opposite direction. The Centre for Alternative Technology is within a 10 mins drive away. Pennal village is within easy walking distance, the village offers a local shop and a hotel that serves food and drinks. Pennal has strong links to Welsh history that includes Owain Glyndwr (Pennal letter) and Lleucu Llwyd.

There are several sporting activities within easy reach of the campsite including sea or fresh water fishing, clay pigeon shooting, mountain bike Centre, boarding centre, kite surfing hire and tuition, swimming pool and leisure centre.

The local area also caters for less energetic activities with its miles of golden beaches, historical attractions, country walks and endless supplies of peace and quiet.