Roque Prieto
Santa María de Guía de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas · Canarias
Description
Roque Prieto is a 40-meter rocky beach in Santa María de Guía de Gran Canaria.
Roque Prieto is a remote beach of rock in Santa María de Guía de Gran Canaria (Las Palmas).
It measures 40 metres long and 10 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. No hazard signage is recorded.
Facilities
Confirmed in the registry
Not recorded in the registry: Lifeguard, Wheelchair access, Showers, Toilets, Children's area, Sports area, Surf zone, Diving, Umbrella rental, Sunbed rental, Restaurants, Nudism.
No data
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 “Not recorded” means the registry does not list it, not that the service is banned or withdrawn; “no data” means the field is empty.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 Roque Prieto?
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 Roque Prieto?
According to the MITECO registry, Roque Prieto is reached easily on foot and by car. There is parking.
Is Roque Prieto a good beach for children?
Roque Prieto has no children's area on record. No lifeguard service is recorded. Always check the day's conditions before swimming.
Does Roque Prieto have a Blue Flag?
No. Roque Prieto 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Caleta de Arriba | Gáldar | 25.0°C | — |
| Punta del Angosto | Santa María de Guía de Gran Canaria | 25.0°C | — |
| La Guancha | Gáldar | 25.0°C | — |
| La Redonda | Gáldar | 25.0°C | — |
| El Agujero | Gáldar | 25.0°C | — |
| Boca Barranco | Gáldar | 24.3°C | — |
| San Felipe | Santa María de Guía de Gran Canaria | 25.0°C | — |
| Dos Roques | Gáldar | 24.3°C | — |
| Furnia | Gáldar | 24.4°C | — |
| Punta del Clavo | Gáldar | 24.3°C | — |
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