Sometimes, all we need to find balance is a green and peaceful corner, and that’s exactly what you’ll find at El Montillo Natural Park in Tenerife. It’s a fantastic place to disconnect from the stress of everyday life, take a revitalizing walk, or simply enjoy the silence (although you can also enjoy the birdsong). Another option is the leisure activities that can be carried out here: an amphitheater, a lake with boats for the little ones, a playground with a zip line, viewpoints, and a spectacular dog park with a sports circuit.
For lovers of the outdoors, the El Montillo Natural Park is one of the best places on the island, and in this article, we are going to tell you everything you need to know to include it in your next trip to the north of Tenerife. Keep reading!
Location and How to get to El Montillo Natural Park
To get to El Montillo Natural Park, you must go to Matanza de Acentejo, a charming town with a lot to see in the north of Tenerife. The address, if you want to put it in your GPS, is “Calle Álvaro Ramos, 17”.
It is easy to get there by car from the main cities of the island, such as La Laguna or Santa Cruz de Tenerife, and even if you prefer to travel by public transport, with regular connections to La Matanza de Acentejo. You will have to do the last stretch on foot or by taxi. This park has more than 57,000 m², offering numerous activities for the whole family without lacking space at any time. In addition, it is prepared to receive people with reduced mobility.
Flora and Fauna
You will find a lot of vegetation in El Montillo Natural Park, such as palm trees, dragon trees, verodes, and Canary Island pine trees: this combination creates a feeling of exoticism and natural forest, perfect for relaxing. There are also some fruit trees and a lot of smaller vegetation, to complete the natural panorama.
Taking into account that a large part of the park was built, the fauna is not as present as in other places on the island, but even so, we find birds, butterflies, insects, and some reptiles, attracted by the water and vegetation of the park.
Hiking trails
In El Montillo Natural Park in La Matanza de Acentejo, you will not find complicated hiking routes like you can find in other mountainous or coastal areas of Tenerife, but you will find some gentle, quiet paths that allow you to walk without any effort and enjoy the calm. These paths will take you through the viewpoints, water areas, and bridges of the park, are adapted to carry baby carriages or wheelchairs, and offer different points of view of this beautiful park. If you prefer to discover more demanding routes that take you through the nature of northern Tenerife, check out this article.
Recommended activities
Now we will tell you everything you can do in El Montillo Natural Park in La Matanza de Acentejo. We warn you that you will not get bored:
- Practice your photography skills: there are many beautiful corners in this park, which mixes natural elements with others created artificially, and that creates a play of contrasts that you can take advantage of for your photographs.
- Stroll with the family: a quiet walk in the morning or at the end of the afternoon, to relax and connect, is perfect in this environment of calm and nature.
- Have a picnic (family or romantic): a great plan that you can do in El Montillo Natural Park in Tenerife is to have a picnic in a hidden corner, with something to snack on and a cold drink in the shade of the trees.
- Take your children to play: there are several activities designed for the little ones, such as the playground and the lake with boats, so your children will have a great time.
- Practice extreme sports in the skatepark: with a minimum age of 12 years, the skatepark is fantastic for the bravest.
- Try climbing: there is also a climbing wall in El Montillo Natural Park, so dare yourself and try to climb as high as you can!
Try the local gastronomy in the best restaurants in La Matanza de Acentejo.
Advice for visitors
What you need to know is that this place is for enjoying. However, we will give you some general recommendations so that you can enjoy it to the fullest:
- Prepare to walk: wear comfortable clothes and suitable footwear for uneven terrain, as not all areas of the park are the same.
- The best times to visit are the early morning and late afternoon, as the light is fantastic and the temperatures are more pleasant (especially in summer).
- Don’t forget sun protection: it is important to apply cream, wear a hat and sunglasses whenever you are going to spend a lot of time outdoors.
- Bring snacks and water. There is a cafeteria in the park, but it is a good idea to bring something to replenish your strength and hydrate yourself.
- Don’t leave trash! Save all waste and take it with you to the nearest trash can or container, so that others can enjoy it as much as you do.
Come explore El Montillo Natural Park
On your next trip to the northern area of Tenerife, don’t forget to visit El Montillo Natural Park in La Matanza de Acentejo. This is a place where it is possible to rest, connect with nature, play and have fun, all in a green and peaceful environment. Access is easy for everyone and it is a place to be without worries, so take advantage: there are not many opportunities like this nowadays. Reserve a moment to visit this park and combine the plan with other points of interest in the north of Tenerife, such as La Victoria de Acentejo, Puerto de la Cruz, Garachico, and La Orotava, among others.
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