A long sandy beach backed by a pebble storm bank and split by a couple of rocky breakwaters at high tide. This long stretch of sand provides perfect conditions for 'forces-of-nature' sports and is a popular place for watersports enthusiasts and holidaymakers alike. The beach is backed by several cafes and caravan sites and there are car parks all along the beach. Toilets can be found in the middle of the beach and at the southern end. The northern end of the beach backed by dunes and an airfield is much quieter and attracts fishermen. The views across the Lleyn Peninsula and across to Llanddywyn island on Anglesey are reason enough to visit this beach. Facing virtually westerly it does pick up a bit of swell and can be surfed, but it isn't particularly consistent. Windsurfing is a more popular sport here, with good wave sailing or bump and jump conditions in Southerly through Westerly to Northerly wind directions. The breakwaters can provide some protection from rough waters in strong SW winds and can make getting out through the whitewater on big days a little easier. Easterly winds are offshore and can provide good flat water speed sailing conditions. NE winds tend to funnel through the Menai Straits and can be stronger here than elsewhere. On large high tides, the waves break onto the pebble bank which can make launching difficult or near impossible when rough. Kitesurfing is also possible at Dinas Dinlle with plenty of sand to launch and land from at low tide. Kite-buggying on the sands is good too. To find it follow the signs from the A499 opposite the entrance to Glynllifon Country Park. Sports Suitability Surf Conditions at Dinas Dinlle can be OK Buggying Conditions at Dinas Dinlle are Unknown Windsurfing Conditions at Dinas Dinlle can be Excellent Kitesurfing Conditions at Dinas Dinlle can be Excellent
The shingle beach at Dinas Dinlle occupies over 2 miles of the Welsh coastline so there is very little chance of overcrowding. In light winds, the conditions are perfect for introducing small wave sailing, though beginners may have problems with the shore dump in stronger winds.
Getting there: Take the A487 S from Caernarfon, turn right onto the A499 after 3 miles. Follow the signs for Dinas and the beach runs alongside the town.
Parking: Parking every 400 yards
Ideal Wind: S – SW
Accomodation: Caravan and camping sites
Amenities: Café’s, toilets and shops
Water Quality: G
Suitable for: Intermediates
