{"id":664,"date":"2023-09-30T16:11:12","date_gmt":"2023-09-30T16:11:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/?p=664"},"modified":"2026-04-02T13:50:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T13:50:35","slug":"el-pilar-la-palma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lapalmaisland.com\/en\/el-pilar-la-palma\/","title":{"rendered":"El Pilar Recreation Area"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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In the heart of La Palma, nestled between the volcanic ridges of Cumbre Nueva and Cumbre Vieja<\/strong>, lies one of the island\u2019s most beloved spaces: the El Pilar Recreation Area. Surrounded by a dense pine forest at the foot of Pico Birigoyo (1,441 m)<\/strong>, it\u2019s the perfect spot for families, hikers and nature lovers<\/strong>. Birthdays, school outings and family gatherings are celebrated here, always with fresh mountain air and breathtaking views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Useful Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Fact<\/th>Details<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Address<\/strong><\/td>Cumbre Vieja Natural Park, between El Paso and Bre\u00f1a Baja<\/td><\/tr>
Visitor Center Opening Hours<\/strong><\/td>Daily: 08:30 \u2013 17:00<\/td><\/tr>
How to get there<\/strong><\/td>From Santa Cruz: LP-3, exit after the tunnel \u2192 follow the signs.
From El Paso\/Los Llanos: before the tunnel, take LP-301 towards El Pilar.<\/td><\/tr>
Camping<\/strong><\/td>Allowed with prior authorization (max. 7 days)<\/td><\/tr>
Permits<\/strong><\/td>Casa Forestal El Paso: +34 922 485 278 \/ Environment Dept. Santa Cruz: +34 922 423 100<\/td><\/tr>
Facilities<\/strong><\/td>Camping area, toilets, showers, drinking water, barbecue huts, picnic tables, playground<\/td><\/tr>
Extra<\/strong><\/td>Perfect stargazing spot thanks to dark skies (nearby Llano del Jable viewpoint)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Practical Tips for Your Visit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n