v2.webp){kind=logo}
- Castildetierra — The park’s postcard: a lone, eroded clay spire that looks like a tiny castle. Best at sunrise or sunset when the soft light brings out the layered colors and the place feels completely otherworldly (expect photographers and a few tour minibuses).
- Cabezo de las Cortinillas — Series of steep, sculpted buttes and cliffs with crisp strata visible in the walls. Great for short scrambles and panoramic photos; the erosion here creates interesting shapes you won’t find elsewhere in the park.
- La Bárdena Blanca — The bright, almost lunar badlands: wide, open plateaus, gullies and white clay ridges. It’s the core “desert” vibe — excellent for long walks where you can really feel the scale and silence.
- La Bárdena Negra — A darker, more vegetated zone with pine patches and higher
- Castildetierra — The park’s postcard: a lone, eroded clay spire that looks like a tiny castle. Best at sunrise or sunset when the soft light brings out the layered colors and the place feels completely otherworldly (expect photographers and a few tour minibuses).
- Cabezo de las Cortinillas — Series of steep, sculpted buttes and cliffs with crisp strata visible in the walls. Great for short scrambles and panoramic photos; the erosion here creates interesting shapes you won’t find elsewhere in the park.
- La Bárdena Blanca — The bright, almost lunar badlands: wide, open plateaus, gullies and white clay ridges. It’s the core “desert” vibe — excellent for long walks where you can really feel the scale and silence.
- La Bárdena Negra — A darker, more vegetated zone with pine patches and higher cliffs that contrast sharply with the white areas. Better for shade, different plant life and a good place to spot raptors riding the thermals.
- Mirador de Pisquerra (Pisquerra Viewpoint) — A classic overlook that gives sweeping views across the park’s patterns and eroded valleys. Perfect for orienting yourself and watching the light change across the landscape — bring binoculars for distant birds.
- Wildlife and raptors — Griffon vultures, kestrels and other birds of prey are common, and you’ll also see rabbits, foxes and lizards if you’re quiet. The cliffs are nesting sites, so early morning and late afternoon are the best wildlife windows.
- Dirt-track circuit & hiking loops — There’s a long, well-used dirt circuit and several marked loops that are ideal for hiking or cycling; they let you move between highlights without backtracking. Bring lots of water, sun protection and a map (phone signal can be patchy), and plan walks for cooler hours.
- Personal favorite: Castildetierra at sunrise — It’s cliché for a reason: the light on the spire and the empty, quiet foreground make it feel like you’ve stepped onto another planet. Hard to beat for a short, early-morning hike and memorable photos.
Spotted a mistake or missing something? Contact us.
Rioja Like A Native Wine Tour
Authentic Rioja Wine Experience
Private Full Day Wine Tour in Rioja
Rioja Wine Route with winery owner
Private City Tour Pamplona
La Rioja wines and Laguardia tour from Logroño
Half Day Rioja Wine Tour
Small Group Walking Tour Pamplona
VIP San Fermin : Balcony in Estafeta, Churros y Gigantes
Best Backpacking
.jpg)
Hi, I’m Johan (Netherlands 🇳🇱), the creator of TakeYourBackpack. Over the past decade, I’ve backpacked through 80+ countries across six continents, gaining extensive experience with independent travel, long-term trips, and overland routes.