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Beach Bocabarranco

El Cortijo, Spain

#490 out of 519 in Canary Islands

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Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Deserted Short walking distance

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Located outside the settlement

Cendro • 3.4 km

Map of beach

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.6 - Very good 230m

Restaurant Restaurante KFC

8.2 - Very good 280m

Restaurant Restaurante El cortijo de San Ignacio

8.4 - Very good 940m

Restaurant Restaurante Caserón Del Cortijo

8.8 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant Pata Loca

8.6 - Excellent 1.6km

Coffee Shop Cafetería Churrería Alba

9.6 - Exceptional 1.7km

Restaurant Pepe Chiringo

7.8 - Very good 1.8km

Restaurant Casa Ricardo

9 - Excellent 2km

Restaurant La Pata Caliente - Jinámar

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Park Playa de la laja

2.9km

Park Plaza del Calero.

3.8km

Park Parque Arnao

4km

Park Parque Barranco Gonzalo Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

4.8km

Park La Presa Park

4.9km

Park Canino Park

4.9km

Park Plaza

5.2km

Park Cementerio de Tafira

5.3km

Park Montañeta Park

5.4km

Playground Parque infantil Pedro Hidalgo

4.9km

Playground Parque barrio pesquero San Cristobal

5km

Supermarket Centro logístico frutas y verduras SPAR Gran Canaria

1.7km

Supermarket CashUnide Las Palmas

1.7km

Grocery Store Mercacanarias.com

1.8km

Supermarket Alcampo

1.9km

Supermarket Carrefour Express EESS

2km

Supermarket SPAR Las Remudas

2.4km

Supermarket SPAR La Garita

2.5km

Supermarket SUMA Supermercados

2.6km

Supermarket HiperDino Melenara

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Parque de las Mil Palmeras

8 - Very good 1km

Tourist Attraction Casa de la Condesa

8 - Very good 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Cueva de la Reina

2.5km

Tourist Attraction The Triton

8.8 - Excellent 2.6km

Church Basílica de San Juan Bautista

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Casa-Museo León y Castillo

9 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Lighthouse Taliarte

7.8 - Very good 4.6km

Tourist Attraction Pico De Bandama

5.9km

Tourist Attraction Real Club de Golf De Las Palmas

9 - Excellent 6.1km

Historical Landmark Cueva de Cuatro Puertas

8.1km

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About

Beach Bocabarranco is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 265th place out of 277 beaches in the Las Palmas region 11.4 km away from its center, the city of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. It is one of the beaches of Cendro settlement, just 3.4 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place.

It is a straight coastline with blue water and gray sand & rocks cover, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, pet owners etc. It is almost deserted place even during the high season.

Beach Bocabarranco coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

6 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Playa del Pozuelo, which has a rating of 7.8.

Beach Bocabarranco (Las Palmas) is located outside the Cendro settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the coast of the Gran Canaria and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Beach Bocabarranco with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+21 ^o C +18 ^o C

Air temperature

7 M/S

Wind

+22 ^o C

Water temperature

1.7 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Cendro • 3.4 km

Map of beach

Fast Food Restaurant McDonald's

7.6 - Very good 230m

Restaurant Restaurante KFC

8.2 - Very good 280m

Restaurant Restaurante El cortijo de San Ignacio

8.4 - Very good 940m

Restaurant Restaurante Caserón Del Cortijo

8.8 - Excellent 1km

Restaurant Pata Loca

8.6 - Excellent 1.6km

Coffee Shop Cafetería Churrería Alba

9.6 - Exceptional 1.7km

Restaurant Pepe Chiringo

7.8 - Very good 1.8km

Restaurant Casa Ricardo

9 - Excellent 2km

Restaurant La Pata Caliente - Jinámar

8.6 - Excellent 2km

Park Playa de la laja

2.9km

Park Plaza del Calero.

3.8km

Park Parque Arnao

4km

Park Parque Barranco Gonzalo Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

4.8km

Park La Presa Park

4.9km

Park Canino Park

4.9km

Park Plaza

5.2km

Park Cementerio de Tafira

5.3km

Park Montañeta Park

5.4km

Playground Parque infantil Pedro Hidalgo

4.9km

Playground Parque barrio pesquero San Cristobal

5km

Supermarket Centro logístico frutas y verduras SPAR Gran Canaria

1.7km

Supermarket CashUnide Las Palmas

1.7km

Grocery Store Mercacanarias.com

1.8km

Supermarket Alcampo

1.9km

Supermarket Carrefour Express EESS

2km

Supermarket SPAR Las Remudas

2.4km

Supermarket SPAR La Garita

2.5km

Supermarket SUMA Supermercados

2.6km

Supermarket HiperDino Melenara

2.7km

Tourist Attraction Parque de las Mil Palmeras

8 - Very good 1km

Tourist Attraction Casa de la Condesa

8 - Very good 1.4km

Tourist Attraction Cueva de la Reina

2.5km

Tourist Attraction The Triton

8.8 - Excellent 2.6km

Church Basílica de San Juan Bautista

3.5km

Tourist Attraction Casa-Museo León y Castillo

9 - Excellent 3.8km

Tourist Attraction Lighthouse Taliarte

7.8 - Very good 4.6km

Tourist Attraction Pico De Bandama

5.9km

Tourist Attraction Real Club de Golf De Las Palmas

9 - Excellent 6.1km

Historical Landmark Cueva de Cuatro Puertas

8.1km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

1.3km from the beach

10 Exceptional

Charming Studio El Cortijo Golf 2

Entire Apartment

La Solana • 2.3km from center

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1.3km from the beach

Luxury Cottage El Cortijo Golf 1

Entire Apartment

La Solana • 2.3km from center

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1.4km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Villa Montegolf

Entire Villa

La Solana • 2km from center

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Paraiso en la Playa. Private Heated Pool

2.3km from the beach

9.7 Exceptional

Paraiso en la Playa. Private Heated Pool

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Cendro • 3.4km from center

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2.3km from the beach

7.9 Very good

Country House

La Solana • 1.2km from center

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Noelia La Garita Beach y disfruta de tus vacaciones

3.1km from the beach

9.2 Excellent

Noelia La Garita Beach y disfruta de tus vacaciones

Entire Apartment

La Solana • 4km from center

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3.1km from the beach

6.2 Pleasant

Casa La Cuadra

Entire Villa

Located at nearest locality

Cendro • 3.3km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 5.6 (Pleasant)

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Nearest Beaches

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Playa La Garita Playa La Garita

5.8 Pleasant

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Playa De La Laja Playa De La Laja

5.9 Pleasant

4km

Playa del Pozuelo Playa del Pozuelo

7.8 Very good

4.3km

La laja Piscinas La laja Piscinas

4.8 Tolerable

4.4km

Playa del Hombre Playa del Hombre

5.9 Pleasant

5.3km

Playa del Muelle Playa del Muelle

5 Tolerable

Popular beach 5.3km

Melenara Beach Melenara Beach

5.8 Pleasant

Localities

Nearest

Cendro • 3.4km

Main locality of province

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria • 11.4km

Transport

Airport

LPA • 11.1km

Bus Station

Alba • 2.5km

Train Station

Mini Train • 34.2km

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Juan Carlos Lopez

8 Very good

This little corner of paradise, located between Las Terrazas Shopping Center and El Mirador, is a true gem. Bocabarranco Beach is one of its greatest attractions, although it may not be the best spot for a swim. In fact, the nautical debris can pose a bit of a problem. But, this beach is really special for its coastal habitat and its halophilic environment.

March 2023

Marcelo Fuentes Peralta

6 Pleasant

This beach near Cendro is located within the Jinámar Site of Scientific Interest (C-29), which was the subject of a landscape recovery action that concluded in 2012. It is composed of an alluvial ravine deposit made up of gravel and sand, and has plenty of parking options nearby. It is a windy spot, making it unsuitable for swimming, so visitors must be extra cautious if they choose to take a dip. There is a limited area for dogs, so it is great for people with pets, as well as children, as long as they don't swim. Signage is present, and while I wouldn't recommend it for swimming, it's a nice place to take pets, children, or just to get away from it all.

March 2023

Rajesh The Visionary

10 Exceptional

This place is the perfect spot to kick back and relax in the sun. It's also great for dogs too! So bring your pup and enjoy the warmth and beauty of the beach.

March 2023

Rachel H Rodriguez

8 Very good

This location is an ideal spot to witness stunning sunrises. The atmosphere is perfect for watching the sun come up in the morning. The view is breathtaking and makes for a perfect start to each day.

March 2023

Iris Spanninga

8 Very good

This spot in Gran Canaria offers a unique opportunity to play with your pet. But, unfortunately, it's not suitable for swimming - as indicated by the red flag. If you're looking for a place to have fun with your pup, though, you won't find a better spot. Sadly, it's one of the few beaches where you can do this.

March 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Beach Bocabarranco?

The beach has a sandy and rocky covering of gray color. It's relatively clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and rocks, so it is highly recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Beach Bocabarranco?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Beach Bocabarranco, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Beach Bocabarranco good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Beach Bocabarranco does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Beach Bocabarranco good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with mixture of sand and stones and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Beach Bocabarranco secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. In the high season, there are still almost no visitors, which makes this place ideal for a secluded holiday.

What are the key audiences of Beach Bocabarranco?

Beach Bocabarranco can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Beach Bocabarranco?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Beach Bocabarranco.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante KFC is the closest place located 400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Beach Bocabarranco?

There are 912 places to stay in the Beach Bocabarranco area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Beach Bocabarranco from parking?

The Beach Bocabarranco has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

Are there any attractions nearby Beach Bocabarranco?

There are 4 attractions near Beach Bocabarranco that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Parque de las Mil Palmeras located in 1.1 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Beach Bocabarranco?

The month with the highest temperature in Beach Bocabarranco is August. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 17°C and water 20°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Beach Bocabarranco (Gran Canaria) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Beach Bocabarranco (Gran Canaria) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.