Pico de Peñalara
Community of Madrid, Spain
Out-and-back trail in Community of Madrid, Spain. Hiking.
- Distance
- 6.2 mi (9.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,847 ft (563 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 55 min
- High point
- 7,910 ft (2,411 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Drinking water: Fuente Cubeiro 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Mirador de la Gitana 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Shelter: Cobertizo del Depósito 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Peak: Hermana Menor 3.7 mi (6 km) from start
- Peak: Hermana Mayor 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from start
- Peak: Peñalara 6.2 mi (9.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Pico de Peñalara
How long is Pico de Peñalara?
Pico de Peñalara is 6.2 mi (9.9 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 55 min. It climbs 1,847 ft (563 m) in total, up to a high point of 7,910 ft (2,411 m).
How hard is Pico de Peñalara?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Pico de Peñalara?
Parking at the start. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Pico de Peñalara?
Drinking water on the way at 0.4 mi (0.6 km). Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Pico de Peñalara shaded?
Mostly exposed (21% under trees).
What can you do on Pico de Peñalara?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Pico de Peñalara?
Venta Marcelino, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat.
Is this a good week for Pico de Peñalara?
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.
Trails near Pico de Peñalara
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- Laguna de los Pájaros Parque natural de la Cumbre, el Circo y las Lagunas de Peñalara · Hard · 6.2 mi (10 km)
- Laguna de Peñalara Parque natural de la Cumbre, el Circo y las Lagunas de Peñalara · Moderate · 3.8 mi (6.1 km)
- Camino de Peña Citores a Peñalara Segovia · Moderate · 2.2 mi (3.5 km)
- Camino de Peña Citores a Peñalara Reserva de la Biosfera Real Sitio de San Ildefonso - El Espinar · Hard · 4.1 mi (6.7 km)
- Circular Pingarrón - Camino las Vueltas ZEPA Alto Lozoya · Hard · 5.6 mi (9 km)
- La Loma del Noruego Segovia · Hard · 6.3 mi (10.1 km)
- Puerto de Cotos - Cabezas de Hierro ZEPA Alto Lozoya · Hard · 6.4 mi (10.2 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap