Dyfi National Nature Reserve

Dyfi National Nature Reserve protects 2,000 hectares of coastal landscape in Wales, featuring sand dunes, mudflats, saltmarsh, and raised bogs. The terrain creates varied habitats that support diverse wildlife throughout the year.

The reserve was established in 1969 to protect the Welsh coastal ecosystems from damage and change. This decision marked an important beginning for conservation efforts in the area.

Local fishing and farming communities have shaped how people interact with this landscape over generations. Visitors can see how traditional practices continue to support both livelihoods and conservation today.

The Ynyslas visitor center offers displays about local wildlife and access to walking trails throughout the reserve. You can explore on foot at your own pace or join guided tours to learn more about the area.

The reserve contains Cors Fochno, an extensive peat bog that stores significant amounts of carbon and hosts rare plant species. This bog is one of the largest of its kind in Britain and functions as a natural storage system.

Location: Wales

GPS coordinates: 52.52690,-4.05140

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:42