Description
La Mesa offers magnificent panoramic views of the Güímar Valley and leads you deep into the Corona Forestal Natural Park.
Along the route you will be able to spot some of the most representative species of native and endemic flora of our tabaibal-cardonal and pine forest ecosystems, along with traces of the agricultural and livestock farming practices that once flourished on these lands, characterised by cereal crops, fruit trees and vineyards.
The route begins in the Barranco de La Florida ravine, in the village of Araya. From there it climbs up to Finca de Las Haciendas, a place of great heritage value due to its traditional Canarian buildings.
As you advance through the Corona Forestal Nature Reserve, the Canary Island pine begins to take centre stage as the landscape transforms into pinewoods.
You will then reach Casa de La Mesa, located at an altitude of 550 metres. This 19th-century building was used by the people who worked these lands and includes a house, wine press, stable and farmyards.
From this point onwards, the path has several stone-paved stretches as it winds its way down to the mouth of the Chacorche ravine, in the village of Igueste de Candelaria.
This trail is approved in accordance with Decree 11/2005, of 15 February, which created the Canary Island Network of Trails and regulates the conditions for the organisation, approval and conservation of the trails of the Autonomous Community of the Canary Islands, which means that these trails are officially designated as footpaths for sports, tourism or recreational use in nature.
Tips
- Always stay on the marked trail and do not enter private property, hunting grounds, water galleries, wells or caves.
- Pay special attention when crossing or walking along trails used by bicycles, horses or motor vehicles and when walking in ravines with water courses.
- Avoid direct encounters with potentially dangerous animals, such as livestock, beehives, and dogs.
- Proceed with caution and watch for obstacles, loose rocks, uneven terrain or steep slopes to avoid accidents and falls.
- Check out our guide to hiking in Tenerife and, if necessary, contact the emergency services by calling 112.
Guides
La Mesa trail leaflet from Candelaria Town Council.
