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United Kingdom · Gwynedd

Best beaches in Criccieth

2 ranked beaches in Criccieth, Gwynedd

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

All beaches in Criccieth

  1. 1

    Black Rock Sands

    Wide sandy beach with spectacular views, perfect for sunbathing and walking.

    7.0
  2. 2

    Criccieth Beach

    Sheltered beach located below Criccieth's famous castle, with views over Cardigan Bay.

    7.0

What makes Criccieth's beaches stand out?

Criccieth sits in Gwynedd, United Kingdom and is home to 2 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Criccieth or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.