Lava Slopes and Ocean Route: Cerrillar - Carniceria

Route at a glance

The opening section includes Cerrillar. Vegetation gradually gives way to lava fields, dark rock and open volcanic ground. Later, the main places are Carnicería and Teide. There are several suitable points to pause and look around.

Route suitability

Without a car Hard

With children Yes

With a dog With caution

By bike No

With a stroller No

Signal Patchy

Getting there

Without a car

Reach Teide National Park by the main available train or bus connection, then continue to the start of “Lava Slopes and Ocean Route: Cerrillar – Carnicería” by local bus, shuttle, taxi or on foot as appropriate. Check seasonal timetables before travelling. This is a point-to-point route, so arrange the return from the finish in advance.

By car

Drive via the TF-21, TF-24 or TF-38 toward the start of “Lava Slopes and Ocean Route: Cerrillar – Carnicería”. Continue only on roads open to private vehicles and complete restricted or rough sections on foot or by an authorised transfer. Leaving a car at the start does not solve the return journey.

Parking

Use an official car park at the cable car, El Portillo, Roques de García or another signed trailhead. Keep access roads, barriers and emergency routes clear.

What to expect

Cerrillar

Carnicería

Teide

Difficult sections and safety

Choose footing carefully on rocks and scree; traction deteriorates quickly after rain. Expect strong wind on exposed sections and keep away from unprotected edges. The finish is separate from the start, so return logistics should be arranged before setting out.

How much time to allow

Расчётное время маршрута 54 min

Расчёт учитывает дистанцию и набор высоты. Добавьте запас на отдых, погоду и навигацию.

Best time to go

Spring, early summer and autumn are usually the most comfortable seasons

During hot months start early and carry a planned water reserve

Rocks and unpaved slopes may become slippery after rain

What to bring

shoes with grippy soles

water and food

a charged phone with an offline map

a small first-aid kit

windproof and waterproof layers

a hat and sun protection

extra water in hot weather