El Barranco
San Miguel de Abona, Santa Cruz de Tenerife · Canarias
Description
A beach near low-rise residential areas that stays relatively uncrowded despite the nearby development.
El Barranco is a remote beach of gravel in San Miguel de Abona (Santa Cruz de Tenerife).
It measures 120 metres long and 28 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: moderate surf. It is reached easily on foot. No parking is recorded.
The MITECO registry records no lifeguard service here. That does not rule out seasonal cover by the local council — check the signage when you arrive. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Parking, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants, Nudism.
Facilities per the MITECO beach registry. “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty. Always check local signage before swimming.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a lifeguard at El Barranco?
Not recorded. The MITECO registry lists no lifeguard here, which in practice means swimming unsupervised. Some councils add cover in July and August without it reaching the registry — the signage at the beach is what counts.
How do you get to El Barranco?
According to the MITECO registry, El Barranco is reached easily on foot. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is El Barranco a good beach for children?
El Barranco has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does El Barranco have a Blue Flag?
No. El Barranco is not listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data. The Blue Flag certifies services and water quality, not how attractive a beach is — plenty of unflagged coves are excellent.
Nearby beaches
| Beach | Municipality | Water temperature | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Colmenares | San Miguel de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
| Amarilla | San Miguel de Abona | 24.9°C | — |
| San Blas | San Miguel de Abona | 25.4°C | — |
| Los Abrigos | Granadilla de Abona | 24.8°C | — |
| La Ballena | Arona | 24.9°C | — |
| Las Galletas | Arona | 24.9°C | — |
| Los Enojados | Arona | 24.8°C | — |
| La Mareta | Granadilla de Abona | 24.9°C | — |
| El Confital | Granadilla de Abona | 25.0°C | — |
| La Tejita | Granadilla de Abona | 25.1°C | — |
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