Information and good practice in nature
Spaces requiring prior authorisation
With the goal of preserving our protected natural areas, which make up almost 50% of the surface area of Tenerife, access to certain areas and some activities on the island require prior authorisation
Where and when to request authorisation
Hiking
The following permits and authorisations are required for routes within the Tenerife Network of Trails:
1.- Teide National Park
PNT 10 Telesforo Bravo trail
- Reservations are compulsory for all visitors.
PNT 07 Montaña Blanca - La Rambleta, PNT 09 Teide - Pico Viejo - Mirador de las Narices del Teide, PNT 23 Los Regatones Negros, and PNT 28 Chafarí.
- Visit with mandatory reservation for all visitors, using a common authorization processed through the PNT 07 trail page.
Other trails within Teide National Park
- Free access for all visitors, no reservation required.
2.- Barranco del Infierno Special Nature Reserve
Barranco del Infierno trail
- Reservations are compulsory for all visitors.
3.- Anaga Rural Park
Monte de Aguirre exclusion zone
- No access for natural or legal entities of a public or private, for-profit or not-for-profit nature, and natural persons working for profit.
- Visit with mandatory reservation for other visitors, accessible directly through the trail's page.
El Pijaral trail (La Ensillada - Cabezo del Tejo - La Ensillada)
- No access for natural or legal entities of a public or private, for-profit or not-for-profit nature, and natural persons working for profit.
- Visit with mandatory reservation for other visitors, accessible directly through the trail's page.
Other trails in Anaga Rural Park
- Free access for all visitors, no reservation required.
4.- Corona Forestal Natural Park
Trails in the Corona Forestal Natural Park
- [TEMPORARY MEASURE] Free access without authorisation or reservation for natural or legal entities of a public or private nature, both non-profit (town councils, schools, associations, clubs, etc.) and for-profit (active tourism companies), until 31 December 2024 as established in the Resolution.
- Free access for all other visitors, no reservation required.
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5.- Teno Rural Park
Trails in the Teno Rural Park
- [TEMPORARY MEASURE] Free access without authorisation or reservation for natural or legal entities of a public or private nature, both non-profit (town councils, schools, associations, clubs, etc.) and for-profit (active tourism companies), until 31 December 2024 as established in the Resolution.
- Free access for all other visitors, no reservation required.
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6.- Chinyero Strict Nature Reserve
Trails within the Chinyero Strict Nature Reserve
- [TEMPORARY MEASURE] Free access without authorisation or reservation for natural or legal entities of a public or private nature, both non-profit (town councils, schools, associations, clubs, etc.) and for-profit (active tourism companies), until 31 December 2024 as established in the Resolution.
- Free access for all other visitors, no reservation required.
- Email for enquiries -
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7.- Las Lagunetas Protected Landscape
Trails within the Las Lagunetas Protected Landscape
- [TEMPORARY MEASURE] Free access without authorisation or reservation for natural or legal entities of a public or private nature, both non-profit (town councils, schools, associations, clubs, etc.) and for-profit (active tourism companies), until 31 December 2024 as established in the Resolution.
- Free access for all other visitors, no reservation required.
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8.- Ifonche Protected Landscape
Trails within the Ifonche Protected Landscape
- [TEMPORARY MEASURE] Free access without authorisation or reservation for natural or legal entities of a public or private nature, both non-profit (town councils, schools, associations, clubs, etc.) and for-profit (active tourism companies), until 31 December 2024 as established in the Resolution.
- Free access for all other visitors, no reservation required.
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9.- La Culata Protected Landscape
Trails within the La Culata Protected Landscape
- Free access for all visitors, no reservation required.
10.- Rambla de Castro Protected Landscape
Rambla de Castro Trail
- Subject to reservations for public or private entities, whether for-profit or non-profit, in accordance with the Resolution of 19 January 2024. Reservations are processed through the trail's dedicated page after validation as a company or entity.
- Free access without reservation for individuals.
Motor vehicles
Motor vehicle access to the forest trail network for recreational use is regulated inside protected natural areas and limited to 150 permits per day.
The types of vehicles permitted, with prior authorisation, are:
- Trials, enduro and motocrossbikes.
- ATVs and quads with a handlebar steering system.
- Off-road vehicles with tyres of 10 to 15 mm tread depth.
Camping
Camping in protected natural areas
There are 15 tent camping areas and 6 caravan camping areas designated by the Cabildo for overnight stays within Tenerife's protected natural spaces.
They are marked, open-air spaces where it is permitted to spend a maximum of 7 consecutive days, with a tent, or in some cases a caravan, campervan or adapted vehicle.
The use of this camping network is free of charge upon request, with a maximum booking period of 21 days in advance, available in the profile of each camping area
Visit our facilities area for more information about each area and the services on offer:
- Fuente del Llano Camping Area for tents.
- Las Calderetas Camping Area for tents.
- El Contador Camping Area for tents.
- Chío Camping Area for tents.
- Las Hayas Camping Area for tents.
- La Tahona Camping Area for tents.
- Ramón Caminero Camping Area for tents.
- Las Raíces Camping Area for tents.
- El Lagar Camping Area for tents.
- Arenas Negras Camping Area for tents.
- Barranco Fuente Pedro Camping Area for tents.
- San José de Los Llanos Camping Area for tents.
- Los Pedregales Camping Area for tents.
- Las Lajas Camping Area for tents.
- La Caldera Camping Area for tents.
- Campsite Las Raíces for caravans.
- Campsite Las Lajas for caravans.
- Campsite El Lagar for caravans.
- Campsite Chío for caravans.
- Campsite Arenas Negras for caravans.
- Campsite La Caldera for caravans.
Find your closest camping area using our interactive map.
Camping in Teide National Park
Inside the Teide National Park you can bivouac (camp without a tent) at altitudes above 2500 metres, provided you inform park authorities in advance and you do so in one of 4 recommended areas.
Find out what’s required to bivouac in Tenerife
Camping on private land and overnight camping as part of a long-distance hike
Camping on private land or overnight camping as part of a long-distance hike also require authorisation.
You can request permission by clicking on this link.
Recreational Areas
There are 20 recreational areas on the island, managed by the Tenerife Island Council.
They are free to use from Monday to Friday, except on public holidays, for educational/environmental activities and for leisure purposes by organised groups (organisations, associations, schools, companies, etc.), subject to prior authorisation, which must be requested a maximum of 90 days in advance.
For different activities (cultural, artistic, sports, religious, political, etc.) or if taking place on weekends or public holidays, it is necessary to make a reservation via the Tenerife Island Council, either in person or electronically.
Visit our facilities area for more information about each recreational area and the services on offer:
- Chanajiga Recreational Area.
- Chío Recreational Area.
- El Contador Recreational Area.
- Hoya de Abade Recreational Area.
- La Tahona Recreational Area.
- Ramón Caminero Recreational Area.
- Las Hayas Recreational Area.
- La Quebrada Recreational Area.
- Llano de los Viejos Recreational Area.
- Los Pedregales Recreational Area.
- El Lagar Recreational Area.
- Lomo La Jara Recreational Area.
- Laguneta Chica Recreational Area.
- Los Frailes Recreational Area.
- Arenas Negras Recreational Area.
- Las Lajas Recreational Area.
- La Caldera Recreational Area.
- Las Raíces Recreational Area.
- San José de los Llanos Recreational Area.
- La Calderetas Recreational Area.
Find your closest recreational area using our interactive map.
