Walk at Porthoer and the Whistling Sands
Further Details
Route Summary:
Distance |
Ascent |
Time |
3.16 km | 90 m |
Activivity Type: Trail or Fell Runs, Very Easy Walk
Calculate the time using Naismith’s Rule and factor in your own pace.
Summits and Places on this Route
Facilities
Check out the businesses nearby for more places to stay and drink.
Hazards
Remember that we cannot outline every single hazard on a walk – it’s up to you to be safe and competent. Read up on Mountain Safety , Navigation and what equipment you’ll need.
Parking :
Public Transport:
Recommended Maps
Landranger 123 Lleyn Peninsula Map , Explorer 253 Lleyn Peninsula West , Explorer 254 Lleyn Peninsula East
Guidebooks
Llyn Peninsula – Circular Walks Along the Wales Coast Path, Llyn Peninsula: Wales Coast Path Official Guide (Bangor to Porthmadog), Walks on the Lleyn Peninsula
Weather Forecast:
Met Office Snowdonia Mountain Weather
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Walk at Porthoer and the Whistling Sands Ordnance Survey Map and GPX File Download
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Walk at Porthoer and the Whistling Sands
This is a very easy ramble above the sandy cove of Porth Oer (sometimes called Whistling Sands, though we stick to what’s labelled on the OS map). Great for getting a leg stretch in while at the beach and keep everyone happy.
The Route
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If you are going to visit, make it the off season. Compare these two images and guess which one’s the Bank Holiday!
Dave Roberts
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Routes Nearby
Accommodation Nearby:Â
- Gors-lŵyd Cottage - 22.2km
- Summit to Savour - 44.0km
- The Black Boy Inn - 44.2km
- Snowdonia Bunkhouse - 44.5km
- Nook Snowdonia - 48.6km
Campsites Nearby:
- Llyn Gwynant Campsite - 51.2km
- Your Snowdonia Business Here for free? - 53.8km
- Gwern Gôf Uchaf Campsite - 58.3km
- Gwern Gôf Isaf Campsite - 58.3km
- Dol Gam Campsite and B&B - 62.1km
Pubs and Cafes Nearby:Â
- The Black Boy Inn - 44.2km
- Mallorys YHA, Pen y Pass - 52.7km
- Pen y Gwryd Hotel - 53.8km
- Your Snowdonia Business Here for free? - 53.8km
- TÅ· Te Cadair Tea Room - 56.9km
Other Businesses Nearby:Â
- Summit to Savour - 44.0km
- The Black Boy Inn - 44.2km
- Snowdonia Bunkhouse - 44.5km
- Snowdon Events - 50.0km
- Snowdonia Cabin - 52.5km
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