Magnificent — simply magnificent.
The Barranco de Masca will take your breath away.
We weren’t able to do the classic descent from Masca to Masca Beach. So we searched and found this alternative trail on Maps.me. Honestly, we don’t recommend the original one! It’s overly regulated (helmet required, specific branded hiking boots, and way too crowded).
We also tried to do the viewpoint over Masca starting from Casas de Araza (you’ll find the exact spot on Maps.me), but the trail is closed and forbidden to hikers — so we didn’t push it.
After a visit to the village of Masca — which is an absolute must-see — we chose a different trail above Masca that ended up being the craziest hike of our entire trip.
Here are the steps of our Masca hike:
Duration: 5 hours
Loop: No
Difficulty: 3/5
Distance: 7 km
Step 1: Starting at the Mirador
Start from the Mirador de Cruz de Hilda, also known as Morro de la Galera. There’s plenty of parking and the trailhead is easy to spot.
Step 2: Views Over the Village of Masca and Ridge Crossing
You’ll climb until you reach stunning viewpoints over the village of Masca.
We were lucky to get a bit of rain and sun, which gifted us with some breathtaking rainbows.
Step 3: Descent Along Pico Yeje and Roque de la Fortaleza
Next comes the descent, along two peaks. You’ll slowly descend into the valley — not too steep, just peaceful and scenic.
Step 4: The Evil Staircase
After a lovely path that winds past natural caves, you’ll come to a short but intense stretch of stairs that take you up and over to the other side.
Step 5: The Plateau and Masca Beach View
You’ve made it! You reach a plateau, and as you cross it, you’re treated to a breathtaking view over Masca Beach.
It’s possible to continue toward Morro de la Galera by following the trail on Maps.me, but we turned around as the weather started to look threatening.
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