Agaete, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain

El Risco

Playa de El Risco is a stony beach situated in the Tamadaba Natural Park in Gran Canaria, Spain. Access to the beach is via an unpaved track, and the nearest town is approximately two kilometres away.

Camping within the park is prohibited, but there is an unofficial campsite in close proximity to the beach. The beach is popular with anglers, but its lack of infrastructure and dangerous waves make it unsuitable for families with children.

Playa de El Risco is ideal for active holidaymakers and those seeking a quiet, unspoiled beach. The beach is also designated as a nudist beach, and dogs are permitted.

Discover accommodation options near Playa de El Risco, perfect for adventurers seeking a quiet and unspoiled getaway in Tamadaba Natural Park.

There is a parking area available near the beach.

What to do at El Risco?

Amenities

El Risco amenities include parking.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beautiful views of the mountains and the lack of crowds as the best features of the beach. However, visitors complain about the lack of infrastructure and the presence of big rocks. Some visitors also warn about the dangerous currents during winter.

Where to Stay near El Risco?

Visitors often stay in the nearby town of Agaete, which offers a range of accommodation options including hotels and guesthouses. Many choose to stay here as it provides easy access to both the natural attractions of Tamadaba Natural Park and the quiet, unspoiled Playa de El Risco.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is El Risco?

Latitude: 28.046339 / Longitude: -15.7232766

El Risco is located in Agaete. The following map of El Risco shows the exact location.

El Risco: Weather Today

📅 Friday, July 24, 2026
Today at El Risco is a tricky day that is better suited for admiring the scenery than relaxing on the sand. While the sun will be shining brightly and the air is pleasant with a max temperature of 25.6 °C, the conditions are quite restless. We are seeing high waves reaching 2.1 m, which will make entering the water dangerous and potentially rough. Furthermore, strong winds are sweeping through the area, which will likely make your towel fly away and the beach environment feel quite chaotic. If you decide to head out, remember that the UV Index is 7.75, so protection is vital. Even though the water temperature is 23.0 °C, the current sea state makes swimming inadvisable. It is best to save your swim for a calmer day.
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Air

Low / High23.1°C/25.6°C
Feels Like (High)23.5°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature23.0 °C
Wave Height2.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset07:21/20:57
Sunshine Hours12.8 hrs
UV Index7.75
Cloud Cover18%
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Wind

Speed48 km/h
Gusts63.7 km/h
DirectionNE

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