Charco del Canalón

Charco del Canalón, Istán's well-known natural pool

Charco del Canalón is a 6.4 km one-way trail with 236 m of elevation gain, taking 2 h 15 min of walking without stops. Difficulty: easy (MIDE 2 out of 5). It runs from Istán to Charco del Canalón.

Distance: 6.4 km
Elevation gain: 236 m
Elevation loss: 261 m
Walking time: 2 h 15 min (without stops)
Difficulty: Easy · MIDE 2/5
Type: One-way
Max / min altitude: 311 / 173 m
Max gradient: 19 %

Trail profile: from 173 m to 311 m altitude

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Charco del Canalón take?

2 h 15 min of walking without stops (DIN 33466, from distance and elevation). Allow a little more for breaks and photos.

Is Charco del Canalón difficult?

Its difficulty is easy: MIDE 2 out of 5, with 236 m of total ascent and a maximum gradient of 19%.

Is Charco del Canalón a loop?

No, it's one-way: it runs from Istán to Charco del Canalón, so you either walk back the same way or arrange transport at the end.

Where is Charco del Canalón?

Near Marbella (Spain). This page has directions to the start and the GPX for your phone, watch or GPS.

What other trails are there near Marbella?

Juanar - La Concha (6.3 km · +556 m · 3 h 5 min · Moderate) and Albuquería - Barranco Blanco (11.6 km · +729 m · 5 h 5 min · Moderate).

More trails near Marbella

PR-A 168 · One-wayJuanar - La ConchaThe classic climb up La Concha, Marbella's iconic peak6.3 km · +556 m · 3 h 5 min · Moderate PR-A 338 · One-wayAlbuquería - Barranco BlancoBarranco Blanco, a popular natural spot11.6 km · +729 m · 5 h 5 min · Moderate

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Charco del Canalón

PR-A 280 · One-way · Near Marbella

Distance 6.4 kmElevation gain 236 mWalking time 2 h 15 minDifficulty Easy

Map, profile and GPX for Charco del Canalón on Wanloria

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Waymarked trail. Route © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); elevation computed with a 90 m elevation model, so the figures are approximate (±10%). Check the trail conditions and the forecast before you set off. OpenStreetMap · Data checked on 21 Sep 2026