Scenic landscape view in Morfa Harlech in Wales, United Kingdom

Morfa Harlech

United Kingdom, Wales

Morfa Harlech

LocationUnited Kingdom, Wales
RegionWales
TypeNational Nature Reserve
Coordinates52.8700°, -4.1200°
Established1958
Area8.81
Nearest CityHarlech (1 mi)
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About Morfa Harlech

A dynamic sand dune system on the Cardigan Bay coast below Harlech Castle, with dune slacks, grassland, and freshwater pools. Important for orchids, breeding lapwing, and wintering wildfowl on the adjacent estuary.

Visitor Ratings

Overall: 49/100

Uniqueness
40/100
Intensity
10/100
Beauty
45/100
Geology
32/100
Plant Life
55/100
Wildlife
40/100
Tranquility
55/100
Access
75/100
Safety
90/100
Heritage
48/100

Photos

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Morfa Harlech in Wales, United Kingdom
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