Reserva Natural Integral de Inagua

A protected landscape of outstanding beauty

This protected area was declared an Integral Nature Reserve of Inagua in 1987. This reserve is included within the area of the Nublo Rural Park and covers the municipalities of Tejeda, Mogán and San Nicolás de Tolentino. The mountains, Inagua, Ojeda and Pajonales are home to one of the best-preserved natural pine forests in Gran Canaria. This feature, together with the fact that it is home to several major ravine sources, such as the Mulato and the Mogán, means that it plays a key role in groundwater recharge and soil conservation. Furthermore, this area is of great scientific, geological and geomorphological interest and has a spectacular landscape.

Rich biodiversity

This integral natural park has an average altitude of 1,000 metres, and some of its peaks, such as Yescas, Alsándara or Lina, are higher than 1,400 metres. Its escarpments and cliffs are home to a rich biodiversity with endemic species of high scientific value, such as the creosote bush or the sunrose, species exclusive to this Reserve. It has also been declared a special protection area for birds. Among the flora and fauna of the reserve, there are several endemic species. For some birds, such as the blue chaffinch, these pine forests are their main refuge. Other species include the woodpecker and the bluetit. The Canary Island pine is the most abundant tree species, forming forests interspersed with species such as spurges, rockroses and broom bushes.

Flora interest

Trekking routes

Wildlife interest

Mogan, Aldea de San Nicolás , Tejeda

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Map of Reserva Natural Integral de Inagua

Sustainability

- Never leave waste of any type lying around, including cigarette butts. Leftover food leads to a proliferation of rats and wild cats, which pose a serious threat to the fauna.
- Respect the animals. Do not bother them or feed them. If you see an injured specimen, you can call the emergency number: 112. Do not pick flowers or plants.
- Do not pick up or take away stones or any other item from the natural environment. And do not move them to pile them up into sadly famous 'towers'.
- Do not walk in areas where it is not allowed and respect the signposting along trails. Leaving the set paths causes damage to the environment and could also be dangerous for you and anyone with you.
- Do not light fires outside the permitted areas and be especially careful during the summer months.
- Try not to alter the peace of the environment with excessive noise (loud music, yelling, etc.).