Rank : 8.0 (average on 1 votes)Coordinates : 28.061602, -16.520022 (
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Subjects : It comprises a large hydromagmatic volcanic cone, with a boiler almost one kilometer in diameter, resulting from the contact of the magma bag with the sea.Of it they emphasize the impressive fossil dune that has, that will show you the changes that have undergone the marine level until the present time. Likewise, it has a small redoubt of a magnificent cardonal interior, not forgetting the wonderful formation of sweet tabaibal that on its slopes grows.Nowadays Montaña Pelada is a cone threatened by the uncontrolled influx of visitors by its slopes of greater fragility, reason why to ascend by it you must do it with care, taking into account do not leave the trail and understanding that the environment is very fragile, So its conservation is necessary so that many more people can appreciate its beauty, as well as the magical views and sunsets that from there you can enjoy.Another attraction of this space is the presence of a fossil dune next to the beach.As for the vegetation, the presence of sweet snuff (Euphorbia balsamifera) stands out, and inside the crater, the bullocks (Plocama pendula) are more abundant. Some birds such as the gray hawk (Clonectris diomedea), the wild pigeon (Columba livia) and the horned trumpeter or 'Moorish bird' (Bucanetes githaginea) are nesting. There are also reptiles such as the scorpion lizard (Gallotia galloti) and the perennial (Tarentola delalandii).Fauna: about thirty nesting birds and more than 50 migratory birds. One of the main bird watching spots in Tenerife.- Flora: Coastal vegetation typical of sandy environments, and cardonal - tabaibal on the slopes of the mountain.
Recommended equipment : It is recommended to use both macro and telephoto lenses, as well as binoculars
Best months : Due to the good weather any time of the year is advisable, but for photography of plants from November to the month of April.
How to get there : To get to Montaña Pelada you must access the TF-1, and turn off at the San Isidro exit, taking the TF-64 road in the direction of the Medano. Driving along this road without turning off, you will arrive at the village of Medano, and you will see how the TF-64 becomes Avda. José Miguel Galván Bello, which ends at the dock. At this point you have to turn left and go in the direction of La Jaquita or El Cabezo, on Av. Juan Carlos I. At the end of the street you can park your car and enter on foot inside the protected natural space , Crossing the ravine of La Barca.
Visits : Natural space with free unrestricted visit throughout the year
Notes : Natural Reserve Special Mountain Red Mountain Natural Monument Pelada
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