Pembrokeshire is one of the best places in Britain for a walking holiday, with dramatic cliff paths, sandy coves, wooded valleys and rugged inland hills all within a relatively small area. Whether you are planning a gentle coastal stroll or a full day hike, there is no shortage of spectacular routes to explore. So, if walking in Pembrokeshire sounds like your kind of getaway, here are just some of the reasons why we think this beautiful corner of West Wales is a hiker’s paradise.
The Pembrokeshire Coast Path
We might as well start with our most well-known walking trail. The Pembrokeshire Coast Path stretches for 186 miles from St Dogmaels to Amroth and takes in everything from sleepy fishing villages and towering cliff tops to broad sandy beaches and rugged headlands. While some walkers come to tackle the whole route, most visitors choose a section or two to explore at a gentler pace. We might be a little biased, but the St Davids Head stretch, right on the doorstep of our campsite, is one of the most spectacular sections in Wales.
The Preseli Hills
Pembrokeshire may be more well-known for its coastal attractions, but there’s a whole other world to explore inland. The Preseli Hills (or Mynydd Preseli) have some of the most dramatic and spectacular views in the county. Steeped in mystery, myth and legend, these are the hills from which the bluestones used at Stonehenge are thought to have come. Dotted with Neolithic burial chambers and ancient stone circles, this heather swathed landscape is closely connected with the legend of King Arthur and the place where Welsh folklore says feuding giants and mythical beasts once roamed.
A popular walking trail here is the Golden Road, an ancient trading route that hugs the ridge lines of these magnificent mountains. Just don’t forget your camera – the views here are incredible. If you are looking for a named route to start with, the Golden Road is one of the best known walks in the Preselis and a wonderful way to experience the area’s history, open ridgelines and far reaching views.
The Gwaun Valley
A walk along the Gwaun Valley is a bit like stepping back in time. They even still celebrate the ancient new year in this peaceful, wooded river valley. The walks here skirt the river Gwaun as it wends its way from the Preseli Hills to the nearby port of Fishguard. Sitting along the edge of the mountains, this lovely walk is perfect for anyone wanting to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Walking in Pembrokeshire
Of course, these are only a few of our favourite places to walk in Pembrokeshire. One of the joys of walking here is mixing famous coastal routes with quieter inland paths, so no two days feel quite the same. If you are looking for more route ideas, the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park’s Walks for All resource is a useful place to search by distance, location and type of walk.
Walking and camping at Rhosson Ganol
There are not many places where you can step out of your tent or caravan and straight onto one of the most spectacular sections of coast path in Wales, so we count ourselves very lucky here at Rhosson Ganol. And even the walking routes that aren’t directly accessible from the farm aren’t too far away by car or bus. So, if walking in Pembrokeshire sounds like your idea of heaven, why not come and explore our incredible county? You won’t be disappointed!
To book a pitch for your tent, caravan or camper van, hop over to our online booking page. If you have any queries about a camping holiday at Rhosson Ganol that aren’t answered on our website, you can always get in touch by email or phone.
