The Malpaís ("wasteland") of Rasca is a rugged landscape formed by lava flows, seemingly from another planet. It offers many beautiful hiking trails through barren terrain with vibrant colors, cacti, and a rocky coastline leading to the lighthouse on the south side. Absolutely stunning! 🤩

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August 24, 2023

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The nature reserve is a dry, dusty plain between the town of Palm-Mar and the Faro Punta de la Rasca lighthouse to the south. The area is bordered to the west by the rugged rocky coast, to the east by the volcanic cone of the Roque de Rasca. The vegetation consists mostly of partly huge cactus bushes .... an actually desolate area, but still beautiful. When the weather is good, be sure to wear sunscreen and drink enough water.

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November 13, 2023

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Malpais means the "bad" country.

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1. View of the Malpaís de la Rasca – Rasca Lighthouse loop from Guaza

9.07km

02:19

40m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of the Malpaís de la Rasca – Punta de Rasca Lighthouse loop from Reserva Natural Especial del Malpaís de la Rasca

18.8km

04:48

60m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Rasca Lighthouse – View of the Malpaís de la Rasca loop from El Fraile

13.6km

03:28

50m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Rasca Badlands

1. View of the Malpaís de la Rasca – Rasca Lighthouse loop from Guaza

2. View of the Malpaís de la Rasca – Punta de Rasca Lighthouse loop from Reserva Natural Especial del Malpaís de la Rasca

3. Rasca Lighthouse – View of the Malpaís de la Rasca loop from El Fraile

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