How to get to Soria Waterfall in the Canary Islands by car?
Cascada de Soria is a wonderful waterfall located on the island of Gran Canaria, in the Canary Islands of Spain. Be warned, the mountain road to the waterfall isn’t for the faint-hearted.
Where is Soria Waterfall?
The waterfall is located between the municipalities of Mogán and San Bartolomé de Tirajana, in the southwestern part of the island of Gran Canaria.
Why is Soria Waterfall famous?
The waterfall is extremely beautiful. Because of its beauty, it is locally known as Cascada Bonita (Beautiful Waterfall). Unfortunately, the Cascada de Soria usually has too little water to form a waterfall. Nevertheless, it is really worth it. During a heavy rainy period, this waterfall is one of the most water-rich on Gran Canaria. However, you need luck. Even if it rains heavily locally, it is usually only a trickle that finds its way down the waterfall. But when the rainfall fills the "La Presa de las Niñas" reservoir heavily and quickly, a spectacular waterfall is formed, which flows further into the Embalse de Soria reservoir. In the summer months or when it's hot, the waterfall usually doesn't have water.
How long is the road to Soria Waterfall?
Located within the Reserva Natural Integral de Inagua, the road to the waterfall is fully paved. It’s called GC-505. Starting from Santa Águeda (in the south of Gran Canaria), the road is 22.5 km (13.98 miles) long. It ends in a parking lot at the foot of the waterfall.
Is the road to Soria Waterfall difficult?
If you’re not a skilled driver, AVOID IT at all costs. The road is extremely curvy, with countless hairpin turns, and very narrow parts. It’s totally impassable for two average cars for most of its length. Plus, the road has a huge risk of rockslides, and it can be closed anytime due to rocks and stones falling on the road.
A 4x4 closed road from Soria Waterfall to Carretera de las Presas
Beyond the waterfall, the road runs for 6.9 km (4.28 miles) to the equally challenging Carretera de las Presas (Road GC-605). This part of the drive, with the same narrowness and curvy parts, is mostly unpaved. 4x4 vehicles only. However, due to its condition, the final part of this road is totally closed to private vehicles.