El Portillo Alto to Roque del Peral: a Short Walk above the Northern Caldera: hiking in Spain
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El Portillo Alto to Roque del Peral: a Short Walk above the Northern Caldera

Distance
1.5 km
Time
36 min
Elevation gain
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Difficulty
Easy
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Route description

From El Portillo Alto’s northern side, the path leads into Teide National Park’s open landscape. It offers a chance to turn a roadside stop into an unhurried walk, study the northern volcanic scenery and notice the scale changing beyond the last buildings. Before the ending, cross the Montaña de los Tomillos path. Roque del Peral’s rocky escarpment then becomes a recognisable landmark beside the connection with La Fortaleza. The selected one-way walk ends here. Choose the return to El Portillo Alto or an independently open continuation beforehand, leaving time for quiet pauses.

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The description, logistics and points of interest were prepared using maps and open sources. Trail conditions may change.

Route data was imported from GPX and has not been field-verified.

Last updated 13.10.2026

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Elevation profile

gentle climb steep

Before you go

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Route at a glance

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Leave the road briefly for the northern park landscape and Roque del Peral’s rocky escarpment. Enjoy an independent short walk or a previously agreed connection with another path.
Length
1.5 km
Elevation gain
—
Surface
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Route suitability

Кому будет комфортно
Arrive through El Portillo Alto and make an independent roadside approach. Account for sun, wind and altitude with children; arrange the return first. Bicycle or stroller suitability is unestablished for this short natural path. Dog rules and whole-walk reception are unknown.

Nearby

Visit El Portillo’s botanical garden through an independent branch. Arenas Negras Viewpoint is on another roadside and is not included in the selected walk. La Fortaleza or Montaña Blanca continuations need their own plans; this short outing does not reach Teide summit.

Getting there

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Without a car
TITSA confirms route 342 arrival through El Portillo Alto; route 348 also serves the park. An El Portillo Alto stop is independently mapped near the beginning with a separate walking approach. No bus at the interior Roque del Peral ending is established. Check direction, service operation and return arrangements first.
By car
The starting roadside is at El Portillo Alto on TF-21. Town arrival does not replace the walking approach or establish driving to the interior ending. Check road restrictions and the selected path’s opening before travelling.
Parking
A surface parking area is confirmed at El Portillo Alto. It serves roadside arrival; make an independent approach to the beginning. Check vacancy and current conditions for the visiting day. No parking at the interior Roque del Peral ending is established.

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What to expect

Places
Roque del Peral Escarpment the rocky landmark beside the La Fortaleza trail connection; no separate rock ascent is included.

Difficult sections and safety

На что обратить внимание
Elevation gainДанные по набору высоты уточняются.
SurfaceТип покрытия пока не определён.
Риски Open country needs sun and wind protection even on a short outing. Account for wellbeing at altitude, cold, fog, snow and slippery stones. Avoid slope shortcuts towards the escarpment. Independently plan roadside arrival and crossing TF-21; check the permitted continuation at the ending.

How much time to allow

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Time for the route 35–50 min
With stops | 50 min–1 hr 15 min The park gives around 35 minutes in one direction. The walking margin and pause intervals are editorial estimates for the selected outward walk. Add roadside approach, return and any La Fortaleza continuation independently.

Best time to go

Сезонность и рекомендации
Choose daylight, clear visibility and an open path. Spring and summer outings may be sunny and windy; check snow, ice and roads in the cold season. A coastal forecast does not describe conditions inside the park.

What to bring

Базовый список для комфортного похода
Grippy footwear, windproofs and a warm layer.
Hat, sun protection and drinking water.
Charged phone, a small snack and personal first-aid kit.
Current path information and a chosen return arrangement.

FAQ

Questions before the trip

Can I do this route without a car?

TITSA confirms route 342 arrival through El Portillo Alto; route 348 also serves the park. An El Portillo Alto stop is independently mapped near the beginning with a separate walking approach. No bus at the interior Roque del Peral ending is established. Check direction, service operation and return arrangements first

Is this route suitable for children?

Possible with caution: review the surface, difficult sections, and extra time for stops in advance.

Can I download GPX and KML?

Yes, GPX and KML are available on the route page. Open the map, download the file, and use it in a navigator before your trip; key route facts: 1.5 km, easy.

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