Pilancones Park

Address: Maspalomas / Gran Canaria interior access (exact park entrances vary)

Pilancones is a rugged natural area on the island of Gran Canaria in the Canary Islands, Spain. The landscape is marked by deep ravines, steep slopes and native vegetation important for local biodiversity.

The area offers viewpoints and rural roads used for hiking and scenic drives; observers commonly value the dramatic topography and contrast with the island’s coastal zones. Trails and lookouts provide access to vistas over the ravines and neighboring valleys.

Historically the land has been used for grazing, forestry and rural agriculture, and parts of it are under conservation or rural park management to protect soil and water resources. Management aims to balance local uses with erosion control and habitat protection.

Pilancones occupies interior highland ground in southern Gran Canaria, within the municipal boundaries of the island. The landscape drops toward the coast; the area is reached by island roads from the main towns and resorts.

Pilancones can be accessed from interior roads of Gran Canaria; driving from Las Palmas or Maspalomas takes about 1-1.5 hours depending on route. Local bus routes reach some nearby towns but a car is the most flexible way to explore the park’s trailheads.

• Use contour roads and lookouts to access quieter viewpoints-some coastal roads are narrow and require careful driving.
• If hiking, start early to avoid midday heat; Canary Island sun can be intense even in mild months.