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Getting into Backpacking for the first time?

Published on 26-06-2024 by El Perro Negro
Interested in preparing an overnight camp in the mountains but are a bit wary of the weight to be carried. This is to encourage you and give you a place to start the journey of what to bring and what to pack.

5 DAY WALKING HOLIDAY Picos de Europa

Published on 28-09-2023 by El Perro Negro
Day walking tours in the Picos de Europa. Carry just a day pack, all huts have beds, blankets, food etc. 5 nights Hotel and 1 night Guarded Mountain Refuge

Searching for the Lake With No Name

Published on 23-06-2023 by El Perro Negro
A two day trip into the unknown to visit the "Lake with No Name", a magical and serene place. Returning having discovered both Lake Wallaby and Laguna de los Dos Dickys

Underestimating difficulties on the Buitreras

Published on 06-06-2023 by El Perro Negro
Describes a very tough and tiring but ultimately exciting and enjoyable romp around Las Buitreras del Durcal. Amazing, spectacular scenery and just 20 minutes drive from home.

Ruta Gollizno, Moclin

Published on 02-05-2023 by El Perro Negro
PHOTO ALBUM - A spectacular circular hike from the town of Moclin

Niguelas, Ruta Pavilla and Falla

Published on 25-04-2023 by El Perro Negro
PHOTO ALBUM - A short walk around Niguelas taking in the Falla Natural Momument and the aerial walkway of the Sendero de Pavilla

Fuentes de Conchar

Published on 11-04-2023 by El Perro Negro
PHOTO ALBUM - Fuentes de Conchar. A beautiful, varied and constantly changing walk close to home and enjoyed by all.

The lost refuge of Piedra de los Pajaros

Published on 04-04-2023 by El Perro Negro
PHOTO ALBUM - A tough, mainly pathless ascent yesterday over Cuna (2292m) to the old cave/refuge at Piedra de los Pajaros (2550m).

Peña de la Cruz

Published on 14-03-2023 by El Perro Negro
PHOTO ALBUM - A superb summit which we attained from the village of Prado Negro in the Sierra de Huetor

Sovillan, Polopos Circular

Published on 07-03-2023 by El Perro Negro
PHOTO ALBUM - A circular walk in the Sierra de Contraviesa, starting at Sorvillan and going to Polopos before returning