One of the best ways to explore the natural surroundings of La Guancha is by bicycle. Exercise and nature lead cyclists on a tour around some of the most important sights in this municipality.
There are four routes from Casa de la Pradera
One climbs up to the camp site of Barranco de la Arena, then journeys back down along the Fuente Pedro track. Other routes go as far as the El Lagar recreational area towards the Arenas Negras Park, or up towards Las Montañetas to the Fuente Santa track, then back to the start. There is also a round trail to Casa de la Pradera-Icod el Alto-Casa de la Pradera, leading cyclists to the popular sights of Fuente del Barco and Los Campeches. The last track that sets off from Casa de la Pradera goes to La Tahona Park, then on towards Los Toboganes and El Pino Llorón. This route also follows a stretch of the El Tubo track towards Barranco de la Arena.
You will find another route in the area of Barranco de la Arena that takes you to La Caldera de La Orotava along the El Tubo track towards Chanajiga. There and back, the route covers roughly 20 km (12.4 miles). Another option is to start at El Lagar and cycle towards Llano del Hospital until you reach Chío along the TF-38 road. After 15 km (9.3 miles), take the track that leads to the Chinyero volcano and turn right at the first two crossroads. If you then turn left at the third crossroads you will be able to find your way back to El Lagar.