Los Charcones
Arucas, Las Palmas · Canarias
Description
Los Charcones beach in Arucas, near the Puertillo de San Andrés, is a 175-metre beach of sand, gravel, and pebbles.
Los Charcones is a semi-urban beach of sand, pebbles and gravel in Arucas (Las Palmas). The sand is golden.
It measures 175 metres long and 20 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is high.
Sea conditions per the registry: strong surf. It is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
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. Hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Toilets, Children's area, Sports area, 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Los Charcones?
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 Los Charcones?
According to the MITECO registry, Los Charcones is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Los Charcones a good beach for children?
Los Charcones has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Los Charcones have a Blue Flag?
Yes. Los Charcones is listed with a Blue Flag in the MITECO data, an award that requires bathing-water quality, services and environmental information.
Nearby beaches
| Beach | Municipality | Water temperature | Blue Flag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Coloradas | Arucas | 25.0°C | — |
| El Puertillo | Arucas | 25.4°C | Yes |
| La Fuente | Arucas | 25.4°C | — |
| Charco las Palomas | Arucas | 25.4°C | — |
| Los Marrajos | Arucas | 25.4°C | — |
| Quintanilla | Arucas | 25.4°C | — |
| El Peñón | Arucas | 25.4°C | — |
| Los Enanos | Arucas | 25.4°C | — |
| Las Salinas | Arucas | 25.4°C | — |
| San Andrés | Arucas | 25.4°C | — |
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