4 May 2014 Boca de la Pesca

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This week we had a very easy walk planned to Boca de la Pesca. It was Mike’s 70th birthday and he wanted something befitting an old git, we also needed something with wheelchair access, well you never know, he is 70 now. This must be one of the most stunning short walks ever. From the moment you step out of your car, you are enveloped in beautiful countryside. To the East you have the snow covered peaks of the Sierra Nevada, South Picacho Alto and Puntales del Tigre, to the West there is  Pico Lucero and to the North, Granada and the Sierra Arrana. All our favorite spots on view, it’s enough to make an old man weep.
The weather was perfect, not a cloud in the sky, warm enough for T-shirts and shorts, but not too hot to cause any problems.
It was only a short walk so we took our time as we climbed up to the peak and look out tower on Boca de la Pesca.
 It was too early to stop for something to eat so we made our way back down the hill and headed off  on a little track that makes its way back to the carpark. The wild Peonies were superb, I don’t think I have seen so many in one place before.
With the time getting on for 12  we found a nice spot for lunch, with views over Trevenque and Granada. After lunch we strolled back to the cars and then took a short drive down to the bar Helvidero for a celebratory drink.
On the way out from the bar we were entertained by a goat, who had found a novel way of reaching the upper branches of a tree. He jumped up on to the back of his best mate, a bull. What a sight, to see friends co-operating like this.
In the afternoon we went round to Mike and Sheila’s to continue with his birthday celebrations.
A very enjoyable day was had by all.  
   

We walked 7.4 km and climbed 340 metres.

Comments

Gill said…
Really enjoyed the walk even though I don't always agree with your 'easy' terminology. It was almost me that went home in the wheelchair!
The whole day was really good fun. Thanks Stuart.
1:03 am
Gill said…
Really enjoyed the walk even though I don't always agree with your 'easy' terminology. It was almost me that went home in the wheelchair!
The whole day was really good fun. Thanks Stuart.
1:03 am
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