Description
This route climbs through a Canary Island pine forest with undergrowth of faya (Morella faya) and tree heath (Erica arborea), where you will be able to admire the large, majestic pines.
Some of these specimens, such as the Las Tres Pernadas pine, are classified as monumental. Amidst the trees you will also be able to spot a multitude of birds, such as blue chaffinches, blue tits and woodpeckers.
As you advance, you will notice that the humidity decreases as you climb higher. This leads to other species growing alongside the pine trees, such as tagasaste (Cytisus proliferus), codeso (Adenocarpus foliolosus) and jara (Cistus symphytifolius).
Further on, the landscape changes again as you enter areas of recent volcanic activity. This gave rise to new landscapes that are now populated with Canary Island pines and other colonising species that transform the most inhospitable volcanic terrain into woodland amidst the lava.
Pay special attention when crossing the slopes of Montaña de Los Poleos and Montaña de La Cruz, where you will be rewarded with an exceptionally beautiful panoramic view of this landscape with the peak of Mount Teide in the background.
Tips
- Always stay on the marked trail observing all traffic rules established in the regulations.
- When parking, keep away from water intakes or firefighting water storage tanks, and do not block the passage of other vehicles or access to the track.
- Be extra careful both at junctions with paths and tracks and on sections shared by walkers, horse riders and cyclists.
- Proceed with care to avoid accidents that may be caused by obstacles, landslides and uneven terrain.
- Check our guide to motor vehicle routes and, if necessary, contact the emergency services by calling 112.
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