My tip“In the Madrid region lighting fires in forests is prohibited, and barbecue grills have been removed from most recreation areas; treat it as a picnic where you bring ready-made food. The car park holds only about 40 cars, so go early. Across many provinces barbecues are generally banned from around 15 May to 15 October, so check the region's forest-fire rules before you go.”
A picnic area under poplar trees on the bank of the Samburiel river at the foot of the Sierra de los Porrones, with views of the La Pedriza rocks and the La Maliciosa peak. Stone tables, a green meadow and water channels that children love.
Easy to reach, needs a car
A riverside picnic area on the Samburiel river near El Boalo; car park, tables and shade. Barbecues are banned. Services in the village.
Address
La Chopera, El Boalo
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