Sendero Garganta del Capitan

A spectacular gorge in Los Alcornocales Natural Park

Sendero Garganta del Capitan is a 4.4 km one-way trail with 128 m of elevation gain, taking 1 h 25 min of walking without stops. Difficulty: easy (MIDE 2 out of 5).

Distance: 4.4 km
Elevation gain: 128 m
Elevation loss: 94 m
Walking time: 1 h 25 min (without stops)
Difficulty: Easy · MIDE 2/5
Type: One-way
Max / min altitude: 139 / 24 m
Max gradient: 20 %

Trail profile: from 24 m to 139 m altitude

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sendero Garganta del Capitan take?

1 h 25 min of walking without stops (DIN 33466, from distance and elevation). Allow a little more for breaks and photos.

Is Sendero Garganta del Capitan difficult?

Its difficulty is easy: MIDE 2 out of 5, with 128 m of total ascent and a maximum gradient of 20%.

Is Sendero Garganta del Capitan a loop?

No, it's one-way: you either walk back the same way or arrange transport at the end.

Where is Sendero Garganta del Capitan?

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

What other trails are there near Algeciras?

Mediterranean Steps (2.9 km · +331 m · 2 h 5 min · Easy) and Rio de la Miel (2.4 km · +10 m · 45 min · Very easy).

More trails near Algeciras

LoopMediterranean StepsHistoric stairway with views over the Strait and Gibraltar2.9 km · +331 m · 2 h 5 min · Easy One-wayRio de la MielRiver with pools and riverside woodland in the Natural Park2.4 km · +10 m · 45 min · Very easy

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Sendero Garganta del Capitan

SL-A 30 · One-way · Near Algeciras

Distance 4.4 kmElevation gain 128 mWalking time 1 h 25 minDifficulty Easy

Map, profile and GPX for Sendero Garganta del Capitan 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 28 Sep 2026