Walk On High

I thought I would have a rest from the beach and a real change of scenery. The mountains of Gran canaria are breathtaking and there are many routes to take. I opted for an easy walk, not too high, a little bit rocky but I could cope, and one of the shortest walks only about thirty minutes from base to top. My destination is called Roque Nublo. (Cloudy Rock). Or it could even be translated to 'Rock in the Clouds' as it is one of the highest points on the island.

Roque Nublo, the enormous rock is situated above pine forests.

The begining of the walk, there are plenty of maps to show the way.

Now which way way do we go?

The pathways were good but at times steep. I confess that I had to have a few stops to catch my breath. Not used to hill climbing!

Getting close, but my goodness all those people, like ants swarming over a rock.

Well this it the great and famous rock that you will find on lots of postcards. I did not go any closer, all those peole put me off. There were even people rock climbing.
If I had gone round the other side of the rock I would have had a beautiful view of Tenerife, however I decided to leave that for the next time.

On the way down again back through the pine trees.

This is one of the many reservoirs on the island, just had enough puff left to take a pic or two. One day I will go down and explore the banks.

Early morning on Maspalomas Beach

 

A few energetic people out for early morning excercise.  The distant lighthouse acts as a landmark, and nestled close by are a few five star hotels.  

The natural beauty of the sand dunes that lace maspalomas beach.  

This little lagoon is a part of a nature reserve and proudly protected. It attracts lots of wild life and different species of birds.

One of the life guard posts which are dotted up and down the beach. The coast is fiercly guarded and bathers protected. If a red flag flies, do not swim.......although you would be amazed at how many ignore this warning.  

The walkway past the Ifa hotel where people are starting the day with breakfast on the terrace.

A slight breeze makes ripples on the lagoon, it is going to be another lovely day.

The criss cross tyre tracks have been left by the cleaning lorries.

The sand dunes are protected and well looked after. There are fears that the beach is gradually been eroded, which will affect the dunes also.

Maspalomas beach joins the Playa del Ingles beach round the bay.It is a few miles long and makes a lovely walk. A nice way to start the day.