Tabernas Desert Loop

The start is made from the car park opposite the entrance to Mini Hollywood. A trail heads north and gives no real impression of the impressive landscapes to follow. After 1km the path drops into the Rambla de Tabernas on a good signed trail.

Turn left and follow the rambla westwards and then south through a surprisingly wet section, where the water table nears the surface. Cross under the N-340A and continue down the rambla. The scenery here is dramatic and it's easy to visualise Clint Eastwood riding off into the sunset!

The route goes under the A92 Motorway and makes a side visit to visit scenes from "The Good, Bad & Ugly". Then its back into the Rambla Lanujar as it winds its way NW through incredible western scenery. A side visit is made to see the dinosaur-backed rocks where the sea met the land in ancient times. A little further on a side valley is taken to the right which brings us out to an area known as "Salinas", huge salt flats.

A short descent is made before reaching the Petrol Station alongside the A92. A short road section follows before cutting down and across the Rambla Tabernas again and into a small valley that leads to some wooden steps which lead back up to Mini Hollywood and the car park.