Los Roques
San Juan de la Rambla, Santa Cruz de Tenerife · Canarias
Description
Playa de los Roques is a small pebble beach accessible by dirt track, located near urban development.
Los Roques is a semi-urban beach of pebbles and gravel in San Juan de la Rambla (Santa Cruz de Tenerife). The sand is dark.
It measures 300 metres long and 15 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: strong surf. It is reached easily on foot and by car. 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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Los Roques?
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 Roques?
According to the MITECO registry, Los Roques is reached easily on foot and by car. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is Los Roques a good beach for children?
Los Roques has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Los Roques have a Blue Flag?
No. Los Roques 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Aguas | San Juan de la Rambla | 24.6°C | — |
| Santo Domingo | La Guancha | 24.7°C | — |
| Playa La Grimona | Los Realejos | 24.6°C | — |
| El Socorro | Los Realejos | 24.6°C | Yes |
| Castro | Los Realejos | 24.6°C | — |
| Playa Gordejuela | Los Realejos | 24.6°C | — |
| El Roque | Los Realejos | 24.5°C | — |
| El Monis | Icod de los Vinos | 24.8°C | — |
| San Marcos | Icod de los Vinos | 24.8°C | — |
| Playa Punta Brava | Puerto de la Cruz | 24.5°C | — |
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