Arguineguín

Playa La Carrera

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+19 oC +15 oC
Air temperature
3.4 M/S
Wind
+20 oC
Water temperature
1.3 M
Wave height

La Charca, Canary Islands, Las Palmas

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Beach overall scores

Water
Tolerable
5.4/10
Cover
Poor
3.4/10
Cleanliness
Good
7/10
Amenities
Bad
1/10
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"The beach has bright sand and gray fine pebbles, and part of the coast is on rocks where you can free dive and see different kinds of small fish. I must warn you, though, not to touch the yellow buoys designating the area for swimming as the plants or algs on them can cause burning. I made the mistake of trying to float on one of them and ended up with painful red marks that..."
Liam Robert
"This beach is a bit rough, and if you're looking for something more comfortable, there are plenty of other options just a few kilometers away along the route towards Anfi. Plus, it's very easy to access, making it a great choice for a day trip."
Tobias L
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Photo of Playa La Carrera with black sand & pebble surface (c) Miguel Angel Padron Santana Google
"The beach has bright sand and gray fine pebbles, and part of the coast is on rocks where you can free dive and see different kinds of small fish. I must warn you, though, not to touch the yellow buoys designating the area for swimming as the plants or algs on them can cause burning. I made the mistake of trying to float on one of them and ended up with painful red marks that..."
Liam Robert
"This beach is a bit rough, and if you're looking for something more comfortable, there are plenty of other options just a few kilometers away along the route towards Anfi. Plus, it's very easy to access, making it a great choice for a day trip."
Tobias L
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.

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Beach surroundings

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Rossini 2 min walk
  • B-One Costa Alegre 4 min walk
  • Buster Musikkbar 5 min walk
  • Bar Cloud47 5 min walk

Attractions

  • Playa Arguineguin 4 min walk
  • Dr. Vaages Legesente... 11 min walk
  • Playa de la Vega 15 min walk
  • ATLANTIC SAILING & S... 17 min walk

Transport

  • LPA 34.9km
  • San Agustín 13.5km
  • Mini Train 12km

Localities

  • La Charca 320m
  • Las Palmas de Gran C... 47.4km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Playa La Carrera?

Playa La Carrera has a golden sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water near the beach is clean and almost blue in sunny weather. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Playa La Carrera?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Playa La Carrera, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Playa La Carrera good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Playa La Carrera does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

Is the Playa La Carrera good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Playa La Carrera secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Playa La Carrera?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Playa La Carrera.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Restaurante Rossini is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Playa La Carrera?

There are 3658 places to stay in the Playa La Carrera area.

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Playa La Carrera from parking?

The Playa La Carrera has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Playa La Carrera?

There are 4 attractions near Playa La Carrera that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Playa Arguineguin located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Playa La Carrera?

The month with the highest temperature in Playa La Carrera is August. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 17°C and water 20°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Playa La Carrera (Gran Canaria) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Playa La Carrera (Gran Canaria) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.

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