Los Volcanes Natural Park, Natural park in Lanzarote, Spain

Los Volcanes Natural Park is a 10,158-hectare protected area on Lanzarote, declared on 19 June 1987, spanning the municipalities of Tinajo, Tías and Yaiza. It surrounds Timanfaya National Park to the west and borders the La Geria protected landscape to the east. The park holds some of the island's best examples of lava flows and lapilli fields, with solidified lava formations and very sparse vegetation except on older materials.

The landscape was shaped by volcanic eruptions between 1730 and 1736, with additional activity in 1824 that brought ancient rock materials to the surface. These eruptions created the black lava terrain that now dominates the park's appearance.

The park's name comes from the volcanoes it protects, and its lava fields and lapilli beds are among Lanzarote's best examples of recent volcanic terrain. The Janubio salt flats, within the protected area, host seabird colonies that led to its designation as a Special Protection Area for Birds. The park borders Timanfaya National Park to the west and La Geria protected landscape to the east.

The park is freely accessible through the village of Tinajo, with marked paths leading to rock formations and viewpoints throughout the protected area. The dark terrain and lack of vegetation mean sturdy footwear and plenty of water are essential for any visit.

The park is home to nearly 100 species of lichens that have adapted to grow on volcanic rock surfaces. These tiny organisms create distinct patterns on the black stone, showing how life takes root even in the most extreme settings.