Sierra de Huétor Natural Park

Sierra de Huétor Natural Park is a protected area covering limestone terrain with narrow ravines, steep cliffs, natural springs, and deep valleys. The landscape features diverse geological formations that create distinct ecological zones throughout the park.

The park received protected status in 1989 and expanded its conservation measures in 1992 as part of Spain's environmental protection efforts. This recognition reflected the growing importance of safeguarding the region's natural resources.

The Aynadamar irrigation channel was built by the Moors to carry water from the Fuente Grande spring through the mountains to Granada's Albaicín neighborhood. The remains of this engineering work are still visible throughout the park and show how important water management was to the region's survival.

The Puerto de Lobo visitor center provides maps, parking, and picnic areas for those exploring the trails. Wear sturdy hiking shoes and bring plenty of water, as the trails navigate changing elevations and rocky terrain.

The park is home to roughly 800 flowering plant species, with about 75 varieties found nowhere else on the Iberian Peninsula. These rare plants make the area a significant location for botanical study and plant conservation.

Location: Province of Granada

Inception: 1989

Part of: Natura 2000, Natura 2000 in Spain

Website: http://juntadeandalucia.es/medioambiente/espacios_naturales/parques_naturales/pnshuetor/idxhuetor.html

GPS coordinates: 37.24796,-3.53210

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:04