Circuito da Picota (Rota das Árvores Monumentais)

Monchique, Faro, Portugal

Out-and-back trail in Monchique, Faro, Portugal. Hiking.

Distance
15.3 mi (24.7 km)
Elevation Gain
3,114 ft (949 m)
Est. Time
6 hr 30 min
High point
2,454 ft (748 m)
Difficulty
Expert
Route type
Out & back

Features

Along the way

From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.

Questions about Circuito da Picota (Rota das Árvores Monumentais)

How long is Circuito da Picota (Rota das Árvores Monumentais)?

Circuito da Picota (Rota das Árvores Monumentais) is 15.3 mi (24.7 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 30 min. It climbs 3,114 ft (949 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,454 ft (748 m).

How hard is Circuito da Picota (Rota das Árvores Monumentais)?

GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.

Where do you park for Circuito da Picota (Rota das Árvores Monumentais)?

Parking at the start.

Are there water and toilets on Circuito da Picota (Rota das Árvores Monumentais)?

Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead.

Is Circuito da Picota (Rota das Árvores Monumentais) shaded?

Partly shaded (43% under trees).

What can you do on Circuito da Picota (Rota das Árvores Monumentais)?

Best for Hiking.

Where can you eat near Circuito da Picota (Rota das Árvores Monumentais)?

O Parque, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Padeiro da Serra, 0.1 mi (0.1 km).

Is this a good week for Circuito da Picota (Rota das Árvores Monumentais)?

GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.

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