Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path

Tracing the shoreline of the entire island, Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path winds through a constantly shifting landscape of sandy beaches, craggy cliffs, lush farmland, rolling dunes and moody saltmarsh. 

Despite its length, it’s not just for hardcore hikers. While you can tackle it in linear sections (or its entirety), there’s also a choice of easier circular walks which show off our coastline while conveniently looping you back to your starting point.

Starting from Holyhead, the Isle of Anglesey Coastal Path is split into 12 sections of varying lengths. To give you a flavour of each we’ve included some highlights to look out for in the following list. For the full picture click on the links for maps and detailed route descriptions.

Holyhead to Porth Trwyn (14 miles/22.5km)

St Cybi’s Church, the riverbanks of Afon Alaw and views of Holyhead’s busy port.

Explore Holyhead to Porth Trwyn.

Porth Trwyn to Cemaes (10.5 miles/17km)

Unspoilt Carmel Head at the island’s north-west tip and the unusual sea-carved arch at Ynys y Fydlyn.

Explore Porth Trwyn to Cemaes.

Cemaes to Amlwch Port (7.5 miles/12km)

Historic Llanbadrig Church and the atmospheric remains of the abandoned Porth Wen brickworks.

Explore Cemaes to Amlwch Port.

Amlwch Port to Moelfre (12.5 miles/20km)

Beautiful beaches at Traeth yr Ora and Lligwy and the pretty seaside village of Moelfre.

Explore Amlwch Port to Moelfre.

Moelfre to Pentraeth (6 miles/9.5km)

Striking rock formations between Traeth Bychan and Benllech, plus the lush wooded slopes of Mynydd Llwydiarth at Red Wharf Bay.

Explore Moelfre to Pentraeth.

Pentraeth to Beaumaris (12.5 miles/20km)

An Iron Age hillfort, 12th century Penmon Priory and mighty medieval Beaumaris Castle.

Explore Pentraeth to Beaumaris.

Beaumaris to Moel y Don (7 miles/11km)

Walk beneath the two bridges linking the island to mainland Wales and past the towering Marquess of Anglesey column.

Explore Beaumaris to Moel y Don.

Moel y Don to Llyn Rhos-ddu (11.5 miles/18.5km)

Along the banks of the Menai Strait with views of Caernarfon Castle across the water.

Explore Moel y Don to Llyn Rhos-ddu.

Llyn Rhos-ddu to Aberffraw (12 miles/19km)

Newborough Nature Reserve and the ruined church of St Dwynwen, the Welsh patron saint of lovers.

Explore Llyn Rhos-ddu to Aberffraw.

Aberffraw to Four Mile Bridge (13 miles/21km)

Past tiny Porth Cwyfan Church, located on its own little island, and the hidden cove of Porth Trecastell.

Explore Aberffraw to Four Mile Bridge.

Four Mile Bridge to Trearddur Bay (9 miles/14.5km)

Craggy cliffs and rugged coastline climbing to lofty Rhoscolyn Head and big views of Holy Island.

Explore Four Mile Bridge to Trearddur Bay.

Trearddur Bay to Holyhead (11.5 miles/18.5km)

Past South Stack’s bird-packed cliffsides and iconic white lighthouse, perched on its own island just off the coast.

Explore Trearddur Bay to Holyhead.

Circular walks

If a circular walk is more your thing, you can discover Anglesey’s coast and countryside in convenient loops all over the island.

Route maps and descriptions

• Brynrefail
• Brynsiencyn
• Bull Bay
• Cemaes Bay
• Holyhead Mountain
• Llanddona
• Llaneilian
• Pentraeth
• Rhoscolyn
• Rhosneigr

The Countryside Code

The Code offers advice on enjoying your visit to the countryside and how to protect it by acting responsibly. It highlights the importance of planning ahead, staying safe, controlling your dog near livestock and stopping fires.

A summary is included here, or you can view the full version of the Code.

Respect everyone

• be considerate to those living in, working in and enjoying the countryside
• leave gates and property as you find them
• do not block access to gateways or driveways when parking
• be nice, say hello, share the space
• follow local signs and keep to marked paths unless wider access is available

Protect the environment

• take your litter home – leave no trace of your visit
• do not light fires and only have BBQs where signs say you can
• always keep your dogs under control and in sight
• dog poo – bag it and bin it in any public waste bin or take it home
• care for nature – do not cause damage or disturbance

Enjoy the outdoors

• check your route and local conditions
• plan your adventure – know what to expect and what you can do
• enjoy your visit, have fun, make a memory

Know the signs and symbols of the countryside