Playa del Hierro
La Oliva, Las Palmas · Canarias
Description
A windy beach popular with surfers.
Playa del Hierro is a remote beach of sand and rock in La Oliva (Las Palmas). The sand is white.
It measures 850 metres long and 73 metres wide. Recorded occupancy is low.
Sea conditions per the registry: strong surf. It is reached 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
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Foot wash, Parking, Children's area, Sports area, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants.
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Playa del Hierro?
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 Playa del Hierro?
According to the MITECO registry, Playa del Hierro is reached by car. No parking is recorded in the registry.
Is Playa del Hierro a good beach for children?
Playa del Hierro has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Playa del Hierro have a Blue Flag?
No. Playa del Hierro 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Majanicho | La Oliva | 24.2°C | — |
| Punta Blanca | La Oliva | 24.2°C | — |
| Beatriz | La Oliva | 24.2°C | — |
| El Charcón | La Oliva | 24.2°C | — |
| Los Charcos I | La Oliva | 23.9°C | — |
| Los Charcos II | La Oliva | 23.9°C | — |
| Los Charcos III | La Oliva | 23.9°C | — |
| De Corralejo viejo | La Oliva | 23.9°C | — |
| Corralejo | La Oliva | 23.9°C | — |
| El Río | La Oliva | 23.9°C | — |
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