Park geography

Detailed analysis of terrain elevations, mountain features, and protected area spans.

Geographic Profile and Mapped Boundaries of Teide National Park in Tenerife, Spain

This geographic profile examines the structural composition of Teide National Park, covering an area of 189.9 square kilometers across Tenerife. The documentation provides insights into its maximum elevation of 3,718 meters, regional administrative context, and prominent natural features such as Pico Viejo, Guajara, and Montaña Blanca.

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Watercolor illustration showing Mount Teide with volcanic terrain, sparse vegetation, and a hiker on a trail

Spain's highest volcanic peak and most visited national park, protecting a dramatic Canary Islands landscape of global scientific significance

Teide National Park

Teide National Park occupies the central highlands of Tenerife in Spain's Canary Islands, centered on Mount Teide, the highest peak in Spain and the tallest volcano in the Atlantic Ocean islands. The park encompasses approximately 18,990 hectares of volcanic terrain centered around the Las Cañadas caldera, a vast crater formed by ancient eruptions. Mount Teide rises to 3,718 meters above sea level, making it the third tallest volcano in the world when measured from its base on the ocean floor at 7,500 meters. Pico Viejo, the second highest peak in the Canary Islands at 3,135 meters, also falls within the park boundaries. The landscape features dramatic lava flows, rock formations, and volcanic features that create one of Europe's most distinctive protected landscapes. Established in 1954, the park welcomes over 4 million visitors annually, making it the most-visited national park in Spain and one of the most visited in the world.

Location: Spain
Park type: National park
Established: 1954
Area: 189.9 km²
Highest point: 3,718 m

Teide National Park Protected Landscape

Location overview

Regional administrative boundaries and island park status in Spain

Geographic Location of Teide National Park in Tenerife, Spain

Teide National Park is situated within the region of Tenerife in Spain. The protected landscape holds a dedicated island park status without transboundary or marine classifications.

Countries: Spain
Regions: Tenerife
Primary location: Tenerife
Geographic setting: Inland · Island

Boundary and coordinates

Interactive boundary geometry, area metrics, and spatial coordinates

Teide National Park Boundary Map and Geographic Extent

Mapped park outlines provide spatial context for exploring protected terrain boundaries. Accompanying facts display derived area measurements, perimeter data, and geographic coordinate limits.

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Boundary area: 190.5 km²
Boundary perimeter: 89.1 km
Northernmost point: 28.346° N
Southernmost point: 28.1915° N
Easternmost point: 16.4815° W
Westernmost point: 16.7313° W
Geographic centre: 28.2649° N, 16.6194° W
North–south span: 17.1 km
East–west span: 24.5 km

Parque Nacional del Teide

Elevation and terrain

Vertical range summary and recorded natural features within the park

Teide National Park Elevation Profile and Mapped Mountain Terrain

Recorded mountain terrain data provides a peak elevation summary reaching 3718 meters across the protected landscape. Associated feature cards detail individual streams, peaks, and massifs located within the park boundary.

Maximum elevation: 3,718 m
Highest point: 3,718 m

Selected named natural features

Streams

Barranco de Juan Dana

Streams

Hoya de Miguel

Streams

Barranquillo del Colmenar del Alta

Streams

Barranco Icor

Streams

Barranco de la Mula de David

Volcanoes

Montaña Abreu

2,406 m

Teide National Park Natural Features Atlas

Environmental setting

Mediterranean climate zones, montane forests, and volcanic relief features

Teide National Park Environmental Setting and Physical Classifications

Stored landscape features, habitat types, and relief classifications form complementary ways to read the physical setting of Teide National Park. Recorded categories link directly to relevant atlas destinations and regional environmental contexts.

Relief: Mountain
Climate: Mediterranean
Water: Minor water
Forest cover: Partial forest
Seasonality: Year-round

Landscape features

Mountains · Volcano · Valleys · Plateau

Habitat types

Montane forest · Alpine meadow · Temperate broadleaf forest

Park atlas

Trace surrounding landscapes and compare protected area geography across the Canary Islands region

Explore Nearby National Parks and Protected Areas Beyond Teide National Park

Continue your exploration of volcanic national parks and other protected areas, tracing unique island ecosystems and diverse conservation landscapes across the Canary Islands region. Compare how nearby protected zones complement Teide National Park's features, offering a broader geographic understanding of the region's natural heritage.

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Established: 1987
Relief: Mountain
Climate: Mediterranean

Parque rural de Teno Protected Landscape

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A detailed geographic overview of the Anaga massif protected landscape.

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Area: 144.187 km²
Established: 1994
Relief: Mountain
Climate: Subtropical

Parque rural de Anaga Protected Landscape

National parkSpain

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West

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Explore Spain's unique protected area with rich geographic context.

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Area: 40 km²
Established: 1981
IUCN: II
Visitors: 450K annual

Garajonay National Park Protected Landscape

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Parque rural de Doramas Protected Landscape: Gran Canaria Geographic and Terrain Atlas

Exploring laurel forest strongholds and rugged ravine geography.

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Area: 35.86 km²
Relief: Upland
Climate: Mediterranean
Scope: Terrestrial

Parque rural de Doramas Protected Area Atlas

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Mapping the dramatic erosional landscapes and endemic ecosystems of central Gran Canaria.

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Area: 267.64 km²
Established: 1994
IUCN: VI
Relief: Mountain

Parque rural del Nublo Protected Landscape Atlas

Watercolor illustration showing a mountainous landscape with green forests, a winding river, and distant hills

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Explore its volcanic caldera, mapped ravines, and pine forests.

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Area: 46.9 km²
Established: 1954
IUCN: II
Visitors: 389K annual

Caldera de Taburiente National Park Atlas

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A rugged volcanic and geological interior landscape

Investigate the topographical intensity of Parque rural de Betancuria, home to the Betancuria Massif and unique Basal Complex exposures. This protected landscape documents a long history of geological transformation and traditional human adaptation to the arid Fuerteventura environment.

Area: 165.443 km²
Established: 1987
Relief: Mountain
Climate: Arid

Parque rural de Betancuria Protected Area

Watercolor painting of a landscape with grassy areas, a winding river, and mountains under a light sky

National parkCanary Islands

269 km away#8 closest

East

Timanfaya National Park: Dramatic Volcanic Landscape in the Canary Islands

Explore Spain's unique geological national park.

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Area: 51.07 km²
Established: 1974
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Timanfaya National Park Atlas

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Continue Exploring Teide National Park's Volcanic Geography and Mapped Boundaries

Delve deeper into the unique atlas representation of Teide National Park, understanding its role as a protected volcanic landscape within Tenerife. Examine its geographic features and protected area context to enhance your knowledge of Spain's natural territories and island geography. This exploration offers structured insights into a remarkable protected landscape.

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