The Doramas Rural Park is one inviting opportunity in north Gran Canaria. Pristine nature and agricultural areas blend into one huge attraction which neighbors upon several municipalities: Santa Maria de Guia, Moya, Firgas, Arucas, Teror and Valleseco. Ravines, springs, vegetable richness and small picturesque villages, as well as cultivated parcels fill an area of more than 3,586 hectares. One of the main highlights of the Doramas Rural Park refers to the Barranco Oscuro Nature Reserve which is, actually, located within Doramas.
The Los Marteles Nature Reserve is located in central Gran Canaria, and it is a notable site both as protected area and source of tourist opportunities.
The Nublo Rural Park is the largest protected area in Gran Canaria. It neighbors upon 8 municipalities, and its highlights refer to the large pine forests.
Palmitos Park is both a zoological and a botanical garden, the largest of its kind in Gran Canaria. It is located in the popular resort of Maspalomas.