Dog-Friendly Beaches Anglesey
Anglesey is a haven for dog-friendly beaches, with miles of unspoilt coastline just waiting for you to explore. There’s a real mix of terrain, with some Anglesey dog beaches having soft sandy shorelines while others are perfect for the pooch who loves to scope out rockpools and weave through dunes.
Below, we’re taking a look at some of the best dog-friendly beaches in Anglesey with zero restrictions – meaning you and your beloved four-legged friend can visit and enjoy at any time of the year.
Map of dog-friendly beaches in Anglesey
Anglesey dog-friendly beaches – FAQs:
Yes – there are no complete dog bans on any of the island’s beaches; however, several of the popular ones impose restrictions during the summer months, usually from 1 May to 30 September. More on that in our dog restrictions FAQ below!
Yes – Newborough Beach is dog friendly, but you should keep in mind that the following restrictions apply.
Dogs are banned from 1 May to 30 September on the right-hand section of the beach, as you approach Llanddwyn Island. So essentially, turn left once you get onto the beach to be safe.
If you visit Llanddwyn Island outside of the restricted months above, dogs must be kept on a short lead due to ground-nesting birds, which are usually active from March onwards. There are occasionally grazing wild ponies on the island too, so be sure to take care when visiting with your dog.
Several of the popular Anglesey beaches impose dog restrictions, including Beaumaris, Benllech, Cemaes Bay, Llanddwyn, Newborough, Llanddona, Porth Dafarch, Trearddur Bay and Church Bay. Find out more details on the exact restrictions, and take a look at the dog-friendly beaches Anglesey map over on the Anglesey County Council website.
Dog-friendly beaches in Anglesey all year round
Many of us here at Oyster HQ are proud pawrents, and so we know just how valuable it is to have a go-to list of dog-friendly spaces where our beloved pets can let their energy out and enjoy an enriching sniff. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of restriction-free Anglesey beaches that are dog-friendly in all seasons. You won’t need to stick to a certain side of the slipway or worry about on-leash and off-leash areas; simply turn up and enjoy.
Red Wharf Bay (Traeth Coch), nr Pentraeth
Surrounded by a nature reserve of salt marshes and dunes, Red Wharf Bay (known as Traeth Coch in Welsh,) is an expansive, sandy beach perched between Pentraeth and Benllech. Interestingly, it is the unofficial birthplace of the Land Rover, with the original design sketched into the sand by Maurice Wilks in 1947. Although your dog probably cares more about the fact that there are nearly 10 square miles of sand to enjoy at low tide. Don’t miss a warming meal or refreshing drink at the historic (and dog-friendly) Ship Inn while you’re there!
Address: Red Wharf Bay, LL75 8RJ
Nearest parking: Limited parking is available directly in front of the Ship Inn, but you can also park on Lon Y Traeth, Pentraeth LL75 8PX – but please keep in mind that it is a sandy, tidal area and so may not be suitable at high tide or for certain vehicles.
Where to stay nearby: Benllech is a bustling Anglesey hub just 16 minutes away by car, but also really walkable along the coastal path or at low tide.
Traeth Crigyll, Rhosneigr
Rhosneigr’s main beach, Traeth Crigyll, is a beautiful, wild expanse of golden sand stretching west from the village, culminating in a series of rocky islets that separate it from Traeth Llydan around the corner. It is a hugely popular spot for watersports enthusiasts, with kite-surfing, windsurfing, canoeing and surfing all possible when conditions are right. The shallow gradient makes it family-friendly for swimming, though care should be taken near the mouth of the river Crigyll, where tidal currents can be strong.
Address: Traeth Crigyll, Rhosneigr, LL64 5QB
Nearest parking: There is a pay-and-display car park in the centre of Rhosneigr village (by the library – LL64 5UJ) less than a mile from the beach.
Where to stay nearby: Rhosneigr is one of Anglesey’s most popular seaside villages, with a plethora of cafes, bars and restaurants to enjoy.
Borth Wen, Rhoscolyn
Tucked into the southern tip of Holy Island, Borth Wen (also known as Traeth Borth Wen) is a sheltered, crescent-shaped sandy cove backed by rolling dunes and edged with rocky islets. Sitting directly on the coastal path, its shallow, sloping sands and abundance of rockpools make it a firm favourite with families, and its half-moon shape makes it more of an early-morning walk or all-day relaxing spot – this might not be the one if you’re looking for a long beach run for your dog! However, with calm and clear water and a dog-friendly pub just along the lane (The White Eagle), it’s a perfect pit stop as part of a longer coastal path walk.
Address: Borth Wen Beach, Rhoscolyn, LL65 2NX
Nearest parking: There is a small car park by the beach accommodating approximately 50 cars. Payment is by cash or phone app, though phone reception can be patchy, so cash is advised. Please note: Access is via a narrow, winding lane – take care when passing other vehicles.
Where to stay nearby: Trearddur Bay, a bustling coastal village with lots of lovely things to see and do, is approximately 5 minutes away by car (just over 2 miles).
Cemlyn Bay, nr Cemaes
Cemlyn Bay is unlike any other beach on Anglesey – dog-friendly or otherwise! Rather than sand, this remote, almost perfectly semicircular bay on the island’s north coast is defined by its steep shingle ridge, which separates the Irish Sea from a brackish lagoon behind. This lagoon is the beating heart of the Cemlyn Nature Reserve, managed by the North Wales Wildlife Trust and owned by the National Trust. In summer, it becomes home to one of the UK’s largest nesting populations of sandwich terns (the only breeding colony in Wales) along with common and arctic terns. Wardens are present on site around the clock from May to August, collecting data and happy to answer visitors’ questions. If you do visit with your dog during nesting season, make sure to keep them on a short lead!
Address: Cemlyn Nature Reserve, Cemaes Bay, LL67 0DY
Nearest parking: There are two free car parks; one on the east side of the lagoon and one on the west. The western car park (Bryn Aber) puts you closer to the bird colony and is the more interesting area to explore.
Where to stay nearby: Cemaes, a charming coastal village with harbour, pubs, cafes and shops, is approximately 3 miles to the east (about 7 minutes by car).
Traeth Mawr, Aberffraw
Rarely getting busy and carrying a magic all of its own, Aberffraw’s Traeth Mawr (Big Beach) is a glorious swathe of golden sand and (in our humble opinion) is one of the best dog-friendly beaches on Anglesey. It requires a short walk along the dunes from the car park to reach (great news for your dog), and you’ll often find the locals giving their horses a run along the shoreline, too. For some extra island enchantment, follow the coastal path along to Eglwys Cwyfan, the charming ‘Church in the Sea.’
Address: Aberffraw, LL63 5EX/
Nearest parking: Free parking is available on the western side of the dunes, just off the A4080 (sat-nav: LL63 5LJ). From the car park, cross the bridge and follow the footpath through the countryside and dunes to the beach – a pleasant walk of approximately 25 minutes.
Where to stay nearby: Rhosneigr, one of Anglesey’s most popular seaside destinations, is approximately 15 minutes away by car.
Cable Bay (Porth Trecastell), Rhosneigr
Perfectly formed and nestled between Rhosneigr and Aberffraw on Anglesey’s south-west coast, Cable Bay (known in Welsh as Porth Trecastell) is a sheltered sandy cove framed by gentle dunes and rocky outcrops. Its unusual English name comes from the telegraph cable that once ran from this bay across the Irish Sea to Ireland, and from there across the Atlantic, first laid in 1902. This beautiful bay is one of Anglesey’s smaller dog-friendly beaches, and so if you want to extend the walkies, we suggest heading along the headland via the Anglesey Coastal Path to Barclodiad y Gawres – one of the island’s most impressive Neolithic burial chambers, dating back to around 2500 BC and cared for by Cadw.
Address: Porth Trecastell, Ty Croes, LL63 5TE
Nearest parking: There is a pay-and-display car park directly off the A4080, just a short walk down to the beach.
Where to stay nearby: Rhosneigr is approximately 5 minutes away by car (around 3 miles), offering a wide range of accommodation, cafes, restaurants and shops.
Lligwy Beach, nr Benllech
One of Anglesey’s best-kept secrets, Lligwy Beach (Traeth Lligwy) is a broad, sheltered arc of soft sand on the island’s north-eastern coast, tucked between the villages of Moelfre and Benllech. Backed by low dunes and surrounded by limestone rocks and agricultural land, it has a wonderfully wild, open feel while still offering plenty of facilities. At low tide, a large expanse of firm sand is revealed (more than half a mile wide at its broadest point), providing all the space you could need for beach games, ball sports and long walks. The rock pools at the northern end are among the best on Anglesey, teeming with crabs, anemones and small fish, making it a magical spot for children. Water quality is consistently good, and the beach is popular with swimmers, windsurfers, kitesurfers and even surfers when conditions are right.
Address: Traeth Lligwy, Moelfre, LL72 8NN
Nearest parking: There is a pay-and-display car park above the beach, accessed via a narrow lane off the B5108 between Benllech and Moelfre. It is relatively small and can fill quickly on peak summer days, so arriving early is advisable. Toilets and a beach café are available nearby.
Where to stay nearby: Moelfre, a picturesque coastal village with an RNLI lifeboat station, maritime museum and several pubs and cafes, is approximately 30 minutes’ walk along the coastal path (or 5 minutes by car).
Bull Bay (Porth Llechog), Amlwch
Perched on Anglesey’s rugged northern coast, just outside the historic copper-mining town of Amlwch, Bull Bay (Porth Llechog in Welsh) is a beach for explorers rather than sandcastle-builders, making it a great choice for a quieter dog-friendly beach on Anglesey. Unlike the sandy sweeps of the south coast, this is a rocky cove backed by low cliffs, where the Irish Sea crashes against some of the oldest geology in Wales – rocks here are over 570 million years old.
Address: Bull Bay, Amlwch, LL68 9SN
Nearest parking: There is a small free car park at the end of the lane beside the bay (LL68 9SD), with roadside parking also available.
Where to stay nearby: Cemaes is a pretty harbour village just 8 minutes away by car – or you could take on a section of the Anglesey Coast Path to make a day of it. We’ve got our own guide to the coastal path here.
Silver Bay (Traeth Llydan), Rhoscolyn
One of Anglesey’s most secluded beaches, Silver Bay (Traeth Llydan in Welsh) is a beautiful horseshoe of sand nestled on the south-west coast of Holy Island, near Rhoscolyn. Fringed by grassy dunes and pine woodland, the beach slopes gently into the clear waters of the bay, and its sheltered position makes it a wonderfully peaceful spot for swimming, rock pooling and relaxing. The beach has been awarded the prestigious Green Coast Award, recognising its exceptional natural beauty and environmental quality, and is recommended by the Marine Conservation Society. What makes this one of our favourite dog-friendly beaches on Anglesey is that access is by foot only; there are no car parks in the immediate vicinity. This relative inaccessibility is precisely what keeps Silver Bay so quiet and unspoilt. The walk along the coastal path from neighbouring Borth Wen is scenic and rewarding, taking in dramatic clifftop scenery along the way.
Address: Silver Bay (Traeth Llydan), Rhoscolyn, LL65 2RZ
Nearest parking: There is no car park at the beach itself. The easiest access is on foot via the Anglesey Coastal Path from Borth Wen beach, where there is a small pay-and-display car park (LL65 2NX – approximately a 20–30 minute walk).
Where to stay nearby: Rhoscolyn is a small village with holiday cottages and the popular White Eagle pub nearby. Alternatively, Trearddur Bay, with its wider selection of accommodation and amenities, is approximately 10 minutes away by car.
Dog-friendly beaches Anglesey: Best explored from an Oyster Holiday Cottage
Oyster HQ has its very own doggo department that has personally vetted many of our stays. While we didn’t get many words in terms of feedback, we did get wagging tails, happy huffs and contented sighs – we’re taking all of those as positive comments, and we’d love to know what your dog thinks. For long beach walkies, generous gardens and lots of cosy sleeping spots, explore our dedicated dog-friendly collection below.
