Pico del Inglés

Pico del Inglés is a mountain summit in the Anaga range on Tenerife that rises to about 995 meters and forms part of the Macizo de Anaga Biosphere Reserve. The peak displays steep slopes and vegetation zones that vary with elevation and exposure to wind and moisture.

The summit served as a key observation point during the Spanish colonial period to monitor ships and activities along the northern coast of Tenerife. This strategic role made it significant in the early settlement and control of the island.

The Anaga region maintains traditional farming methods, with local growers using terraced fields on the slopes according to time-honored techniques. These practices shape how people relate to the land and give the hillside its distinctive stepped appearance.

The summit is reached via the PR-TF 2 hiking trail that connects Taborno and Valleseco villages. Marked parking areas sit at the trailhead, though the path can be steep and muddy depending on recent weather.

The summit creates a sea of clouds effect during certain weather conditions, where a thick cloud layer blankets the landscape below. This microclimate supports specialized plant species that thrive in this misty zone and cannot be found elsewhere on the island.