Rio Poqueira

Long and technical descent of the equipped section of this plentiful river in the Alpujarra.

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Canyoning

Summer

Technical data sheet

Technical Difficulty:

Very slippery descent with rappels that go from 3 to 15 m high. Very important to evaluate the flow. Classified as V4 A5 V, it presents a medium-high technical difficulty with normal flow, as well as a high level of commitment. Very hard and dangerous at high flow. Requires experience in descending canyons with high water.

Equipment:

Anchors for rappel, fixed handrails and installation for recoverable handrails fixed by means of chemical and expansive anchors. Annual retrofitting is frequent (after the winter period)

Time with stops: 08:15 h.

Details on the duration:

Approxim. on foot (Parking lot -Entrada 2): 2:00 h.
Barranco (Entrance 2-Exit 2): 6:00 h (*).
Departure on foot (Exit 2-Parking.): 0:15 am.

(*)Very variable. 4:00 pm to 8:00 h in function of the group and/or the flow rate

Distance: 7,10 Km.

Details on the distance:

Approxim. on foot (Parking lot -Entrada 2): 4 km
Ravine: 2,6 km
Departure on foot (Exit 2-Parking.): 0,5 km

Positive height gain accumulated: 498,00 m.

Negative height gain accumulated: 498,00 m.

Details on the difference:

Ravine: 335 m.
Num. rappels: 25.
Alt. max. of the rappels: 15 m.

Minimum altitude: 441,00 m.

Maximum altitude: 815,00 m.

Departure point: End of the Cjo. del Granadino-Central Hidroeléctrica del Duque lane, Órgiva.

Point of arrival: End of the Cjo. del Granadino-Central Hidroeléctrica del Duque lane, Órgiva.

Water points: Yes.

List of water points:

When crossing the area of Las Cañadillas or Padre Eterno during the approach on foot, in the esplanade where the path ends (point 2), there is a fountain.

Throughout the descent we will pass through points where water may possibly flow, however, the use of water purification tablets is recommended since there are inhabited areas above the ravine at all times.

Closest/s Population/s : Orgiva, Carataunas, Soportújar, and Pampaneira.

Municipality/ies: Orgiva, Carataunas and Pampaneira.

Region/s: Alpujarra Of Granada.

Natural Space/s: Natural park of Sierra Nevada - Las Alpujarras

Map & Profile

Full tour

Total distance: 7267 m

Sketch

Waypoints

Point	Name	*Time ()**	Height	Latitude ()**	Length ()**
0	Parking	0:00 h.	461 m.	N36° 54' 39.6"	W3° 22' 04.2"
1	Lane	0:25 h.	634 m.	N36° 54' 46.7"	W3° 22' 17.0"
2	Esplanade/Lane End/Fountain	0:55 h.	757 m.	N36° 55' 05.1"	W3° 22' 43.3"
3	Acequia de Cerro Negro	1:10 h.	791 m.	N36° 55' 11.3"	W3° 22' 40.4"
4	Descent to Entrance 1	1:30 pm.	794 m.	N36° 55' 31.8"	W3° 22' 29.8"
5	Descent to Entrance 2	1:55 pm.	804 m.	N36° 55' 48.6"	W3° 22' 13.2"
6	Entry 2 (Start of descent 2)	2:00 pm.	781 m.	N36° 55' 47.3"	W3° 22' 12.5"
7	Entry 1 (Start of descent 1)	3:00 pm.	684 m.	N36° 55' 31.3"	W3° 22' 23.8"
8	Exit 1 (End of descent 1)	7:30 pm.	519 m.	N36° 54' 52.7"	W3° 22' 08.5"
9	Exit 2 (End of descent 2)	8:00 h.	465 m.	N36° 54' 50.5"	W3° 22' 03.2"
0	Parking	8:15 h.	461 m.	N36° 54' 39.6"	W3° 22' 04.2"

(*) Approximate times counting stops.
(**) Geographic coordinates. European Datum 1.950.

Introduction

The realization of this review is due in large measure to the information provided by Chema Gómez Fontalba, as well as the photographs contributed by himself and by Andrea Valsecchi.

This descent takes place through the gorge excavated in schist and located at the lower end of the Poqueira River, just before it "joins" with the Trevélez River. After parking our vehicle, we will approach the Hydroelectric Power Station El Duque, end of the descent and where we will be able to verify the flow of the river (see the photograph and read the references that, in this respect, appear in the section "Route" of this review). Next, we will partially undo our steps from the power station and, before arriving at the parking lot, we will begin to go up the right orographic slope of the valley until arriving at a lane, having to continue by it in an ascending sense. After walking about 750 meters without deviating, we will arrive at an esplanade where the lane ends and from where we will take a path. We will cross a ravine and, immediately afterwards, we will arrive at a farmhouse. From the farmhouse we will go up the slope and we will reach the Acequia de Cerro Negro, next to whose course, against the current, we will continue walking approximately 750 meters until we are located on a rocky area by whose margin we will be able to descend until the bed of the Poqueira River. This access will place us between the second and third rappel of the descent. If we choose to descend the equipped section from the beginning, we will have to continue following the Cerro Negro irrigation channel for another 750 meters before entering the riverbed. The descent of the ravine will keep us quite a few hours overcoming rappels and slides, climbing, jumping on occasion, and also walking. Before getting to the second to last rappel (which makes the number 24 of the decline), we take a path which, through the left side of the river, it will take us to the Hydroelectric plant of The Duke and, hence, across the river via the bridge of this last, the parking lot. Wanting to get to the end of the descent we will have to overcome some difficulties, and we will end up going under the bridge to get out of the bed of the river, by its right margin, picking up following the path that runs between the central and the lane where you will find our car park.

Located on the southern slopes of the Sierra Nevada, the Poqueira River flows through the heart of the Alpujarra Granadina and rises from the confluence of the Naute and Toril rivers at an altitude of approximately 1500 meters above sea level. The Poqueira River joins the Trevélez River at the foot of the sierra, the latter joining the Guadalfeo River a little further downstream. The watershed of the Poqueira River is bounded above by the ridge that joins the peaks of Tajo de los Machos, Veleta and Mulhacén, among other Sierra Nevada peaks.

Description

DURATION:

The completion of this activity requires 1 day.

DIFFICULTY:

Very high. This is a very technical descent. It requires the knowledge of very specific techniques of progression (whitewater), the use of appropriate equipment, and a previous and deep understanding of the river aquatic environment.

As in any canyoning activity there is an obvious risk of falling, but, in addition, in this case, there could be a significant risk of drowning. During the winter, with the thaw or with the risk of storms in the river basin, we will find ourselves with a descent that can be very dangerous. In any case, it is essential to evaluate the flow of the river before undertaking the activity (see the photograph and read the references in the "Route" section of this review).

It is possible that the equipment in this canyon, on which progression and/or fall protection depends in some sections (anchors, handrails, etc.), is not properly maintained on a regular basis. It is the responsibility of each user to consult/check if the installation is in good condition and to judge whether or not to trust it before using it. It is advisable to carry with us some replacement and reinforcement material for the anchorages.

The conventional use of fixed equipment in this canyon is not enough to descend it safely. To face the movements associated with whitewater, it is necessary to know and perform very specific maneuvers (swimming, guiding, self-rescue, etc.), thus being able to avoid overturning and other potential dangers. Something as obvious as adjusting the length of the rope when abseiling in agitated receptions is fundamental here.

This decline is classified as V4 A5 V, which implies a medium-high technical difficulty with normal flow, as well as a high level of commitment (appreciations on the difficulty to be taken into account only by those already initiated).

The rock you walk on during the descent of the canyon is very slippery (schist), so it is necessary to take extreme precautions, especially in the approaches to the anchors of the rappels. The water is cold and easily cloudy, which makes it difficult to check the depth of the pools.

We should never underestimate the risks or overestimate our abilities. In case of doubt, always consult a professional canyoning guide.

M. I. D. E. Method (tour Information):

MIDE-Rio-Poqueira — Assessment of aspects 1 to 5.

MATERIAL NEEDED:

Individual: helmet, swimsuit, water shirt, booties, wetsuit and neoprene gloves, canyoning harness, canyoning boots, anchor lines (e.g.: made with 2 locking biners, 9-10 mm. diameter dynamic rope and 1 8 mm. diameter maillon), 1 descender (1 figure eight or similar, with 1 locking biner, 1 whistle, knife (with 1 carabiner and 1 thin line to attach to the harness), 4 canyoning harnesses, 1 whistle, 1 whistle, 1 knife (with 1 carabiner and 1 thin line to attach to the harness), 1 whistle, 1 whistle, 1 knife (with 1 carabiner and 1 thin line to attach to the harness), 1 whistle, 1 whistle, 1 whistle. diameter), 1 descender (1 figure eight or similar, with 1 locking biner), whistle, knife (with 1 carabiner and 1 thin cord to tie it to the harness), 4 locking carabiners, 3 sewn webbing rings (1x120 cm. and 2x60 cm, with their respective pairs of locking biners), self-rescue equipment (e.g.: 2 safety carabiners, 1 of them with built-in pulley, and 2 rings of 7 mm. diameter rope), canyoning bag, water bottle, water (1.5-2 l.), food, charged cell phone, charged headtorch, thermal blanket, lighter, sunscreen, diving goggles, and spare clothing and footwear to leave in the vehicle.

Collective: 2 semi-static ropes, one of 30 m. (for guiding) and the other of 20 m. (for rappelling), 1 rescue rope, 2 ropes of 7 mm. in diameter and 3 m. and 5 m. in length, 1 blocking pulley (with 1 symmetrical carabiner), 2 eights (1+1 spare, for mounting a releasable head), 1 multi-anchor plate, 2-3 maillons of 8 mm. in diameter, first aid kit, canyon sketch and GPS (with spare charge).

BEST TIME/S:

During the summer. It is absolutely inadvisable to make this descent during the winter, when there is a thaw or risk of storms. Regardless of the season, the river flow should always be evaluated before starting the descent.

MAPPING:

Sierra Nevada National park. The Alpujarra. Marquesado del Zenete. Scale 1:40.000. Editorial Penibética.

LANDSCAPE, FLORA AND FAUNA:

Predominance of schist or metamorphic slate. Regarding the vegetation, there is a predominance of holm oaks and gallery forests associated with watercourses. Among the fauna of note are the mountain goat, fox and wild boar.

MATCHING ALTERNATIVE ACTIVITIES:

Descent of the River Trevélez, La Tahá.
Descent of the Rio Bermejo, La Tahá/Pórtugos.

REMARKS:

During the approach on foot to the beginning of the descent we will cross some private property, so we must be very respectful and, in any case, ask permission if the owner of the property is present.

It is necessary to consider that canyon descents are very often retrofitted, sometimes due to the wear and tear of the installation (when subjected to the force of the water and what it drags) and sometimes in order to improve the pre-existing installation or simply to equip what was previously an adventure terrain in accordance with the federation rules. In the case at hand, the powerful flow of the river during the thaw makes it necessary every year to check the installation and, if necessary, to re-equip the descent. These actions are not the responsibility of any public body, being carried out by amateurs, clubs, active tourism companies or others. It is for all of the above that the characteristics of the equipment of this descent could change substantially with the passage of time. At the time of writing this review (August 2019), the condition of the fixed equipment of the descent is good.

Along the route there are some escape options, generally on the orographic right, although, due to the steepness of the terrain, it is not advisable to use them except in case of extreme necessity (sudden increase in water flow or other emergency).

RULES TO RESPECT:

The realization of this decline does not require prior authorization.

The regulations that affect the Natural Park of Sierra Nevada are summarized in a brief guide to environmental regulations applied to mountain sports in protected natural spaces of Andalusia (pages 54 and 55) and in the booklet Responsible behavior in the National Park and Natural Park of Sierra Nevada, and, more extensively, in the Decree 238/2011, 12 July, which establishes the organization and management of Sierra Nevada (points 5.4.5. –p. 163 - and 5.2. –page 262-).

WEATHER:

ROAD CONDITIONS:

Before making the descent of the gully it is recommended to consult its conditions (equipment, flow rate, etc). Some of the websites you can consult are:

How to arrive by car

From Granada we will go by the highway A-44 towards Motril. We will take the exit 164 (Béznar/Pinos del Valle/Lanjarón/La Alpujarra) and we will go by the A-348 towards Lanjarón. When we get to Lanjarón, we will cross said locality following the indications of the road to follow towards Órgiva. We will continue along the A-348 and, when we get to Orgiva, we spend a long detour to Pampaneira/Trevelez and we will begin to pass through the village. When you reach the second traffic light we find, we will turn to the left, following the indication Service Andalusian Employment/schools/Residence for the elderly. We continue on to the Street Professor Lora Tamayo Orgiva to find the path to the right that leads to Tíjola/Agustines/The Duke. Following the Street Mancanzuña, we will come out of Orgiva, and, across the road GR-4202we'll pass by Los Agustines and Tíjola, hamlets of Orgiva. Past the km 5 of the said road, we arrive at the Cortijo del Granadino, which we will cross. After an ascending curve, and closed to the left, the asphalt will end and we will begin to travel through a lane that, in approximately 3.7 km., and without the need to take any detour, will take us to the tunnel of the Hydroelectric Power Plant El Duque, next to whose mouth we will be able to find the parking (point 0).

Parking

Available.

Parking exit:

End of the Cjo. del Granadino-Central Hidroeléctrica del Duque lane, Órgiva.
https://goo.gl/maps/bhAuNWdawa9hrDBh8

How to get there by public transport

The use of the public transport here would require, due to the buses available, the overnight stay in Orgiva for at least one night (the night prior to the completion of the activity).

The buses that depart in the direction of Orgiva do it from the Bus station in Granada which do it at different hours. Before taking the bus, we should contact by telephone one of the public transportation services in the area so, once we get to the bus stop Orgiva, they will pick us up there and drive us to the Central Hidroeléctrica del Duque (0 point). Before they leave, we will have to arrange with the carrier that, once the route is finished, he will pick us up at the same place about 8:30 h. later and be able to return to Orgiva. The buses depart from Orgiva to Granada which do it at different hours.

Route

When we arrive at the mouth of the tunnel of the El Duque Hydroelectric Power Plant, we will park our vehicle in the vicinity of the tunnel (point 0). Next, we will pass next to a farmhouse and, following the path that skirts the slope (the river is below, to our right), we will head towards the power plant in order to evaluate the flow of water that flows through the equipped section of the Poqueira River, section that we intend to descend.

Standing on the bridge of the power plant, we can evaluate the flow of the river by observing the height of the water over a block in the riverbed (see photograph). Another important aspect to take into account, and that we can also verify from the bridge of the hydroelectric power plant, is whether or not water flows through the spillway, and in what quantity.

If water flows out through the spillway of the power plant, it means that the plant is in operation, having been diverted from the river to supply it. The plant is of automatic operation, and, in addition, it can suffer breakdowns, so it is impossible to know with certainty if, while we are in the middle of the descent, it will stop working, thus increasing the flow of the river. This aspect makes this descent very dangerous, and it is highly recommended to do it during low water (late in the summer), a period during which the plant does not usually work (not enough water can be diverted from the river to put it into operation) and the evaluable flow of the ravine allows it to be done with guarantees.

Foto-01-Rio-Poqueira — This image shows the normal flow of the river when the plant is operating. The dashed red line indicates the approximate water level when the river flow is high.

After evaluating the flow of the river, once we have made the conscious and responsible decision to make the descent, we will undo the path that runs between the hydroelectric plant and the parking lot and, before reaching the latter, just behind the farmhouse, we will begin to go up the slope taking the power line as a reference. After 25 minutes of hard slope we will arrive at a lane (point 1) that we will follow in ascending sense. The lane in question passes through the lower part of Las Cañadillas, also known as Padre Eterno, and, after about 750 meters, ends in an esplanade (point 2) next to which there is a fountain where we can get water. Then we will take a path that, after crossing a ravine, will take us to a farmhouse located on the opposite slope, practically at the same height. Once located in the cortijo (the Cortijo de la Cuesta according to IGN), we will ascend until we find the Acequia de Cerro Negro (point 3), next to which we will continue towards the north, in the direction of the place where the water of the Poqueira River is taken. After approximately 750 meters walking parallel to the irrigation ditch, we will be located on a rocky area (point 4) by whose margin we can descend until we reach the Poqueira riverbed. This access will place us between the second and the third rappel of the descent (point 7) and allows to reduce the time of the activity by approximately 1 hour and a half. This circumstance, together with the fact that it is from this point where the most interesting part of the descent begins, makes this the most commonly used access to it.

If we decided to make the descent from the beginning of the equipped section, we would have to continue along the Cerro Negro irrigation ditch for a distance equivalent to the one previously followed, and, in a left turn of the same (point 5), go down cross-country until we reach the river (point 6).

Once in the riverbed, we would begin the descent to soon reach the first rappel (R1), which saves 6 meters in height.

The first two rappels are about 500 meters apart, and the first part of the descent is through an open riverbed.

The second rappel (R2) is made from the top of a large block, and the rappel can be landed on the right bank of the river, on dry land.

All the rappels of this decline are numbered with paint, which, in addition to serving as a reference to the emergency services in the event of a rescue, you will help us to place ourselves in the ravine during the development of the activity.

Some approaches to the anchors of the rappels are delicate due to the slipperiness of the bed, but also with high flow due to the force of the water. That is why in some of these approaches we will find auxiliary anchors with which we can mount recoverable handrails. In other cases, we will find fixed handrails.

The third rappel (R3) has a fixed handrail for safe access to the anchor of the rappel. However, the 4-meter high ledge can also be crossed by jumping to the right (S1) or by a slide to the left (T1).

The water in this gully gets muddy easily, so it will be necessary for someone to check the depth of the bed in the receptions, verifying the absence of stones or logs under the surface, before the rest can make any jump or slide.

Foto-02-Rio-Poqueira — First slide (T1), with the possibility of jumping to the right (S1) or abseiling (R3).

The fifth and sixth rappels of the descent (R5 and R6) are the highest on the route, with approximately 12 and 15 meters of height respectively.

Foto-03-Rio-Poqueira — Rappel de las palomas (R5).

Foto-04-Rio-Poqueira — Sixth abseil, the longest of the journey (R6).

After the sixth rappel, the canyon narrows, and the height of the ledges to be overcome is considerably lower. With high flow we will have to avoid some narrow passages, sometimes advancing over them in opposition. Some auxiliary installations placed for this purpose will help us to overcome some of these passages.

Foto-07-Rio-Poqueira — Overcoming a narrow pass in opposition.

Foto-06-Rio-Poqueira — Low height rappel with reception in a narrow passage, surmounted at the bottom with little flow.

The eleventh rappel (R11) has an anchor on the left; however, with high flow, we will have to use the anchor on the right, thus avoiding a serious problem with the movement of the water at the landing area.

Foto-09-Rio-Poqueira — Sixteenth rappel (R16), with an anchor next to a large embedded block.

Likewise, with high flow, and to avoid uncomfortable and/or dangerous landings, we will have to perform a special maneuver. Such is the case of a long and winding slide, very characteristic of this descent, in which you cannot see the landing and which can be divided in two. With high flow, it is recommended to mount a guided rappel in this slide, thus avoiding landing on a dangerous whirlpool with a "washing machine" effect.

Foto-11-Rio-Poqueira — Two slides of the decline.

Before the twenty-fourth rappel (R24) of this very long descent, we can choose to leave the riverbed (point 8) following the path that runs along its left bank and that will take us directly to the El Duque Hydroelectric Power Plant, located just 150 meters away.

Foto-12-Rio-Poqueira — Ledge that is avoided with the twenty-fourth rappel (R24).

If we choose to continue descending the river we will still have to overcome some more difficulties, among which are 2 rappels, to end up passing under the bridge of the power plant (watch out for the spillway of the same) and leave the riverbed on its right bank (point 9).

From the power plant only we will be back at the car park (point 0following the path that we already knew in the morning, when, before the start of the approach to the descent, we headed to the center to evaluate the flow of the river.

On the way back to the parking lot we can contemplate to our left the "joint" of the Poqueira and Trevélez rivers, the latter with its characteristic ochre-colored waters.

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The tracks for GPS in general, and, in particular, registered in ravines, corridors, corners and other tight places, generally contain inaccuracies.

Most of the GPS reflect the graphic scale of the map in the screen. As we activate the zoom of the device, the scale of the map will vary. If we “get closer to the ground,” the scale of the map decreases, and, consequently, we see a smaller amount of “ground” than if we “get away” from it, that is to say, that we increase the scale of the map.

When you follow a downloaded and previously stored track in our GPS, we must ensure that the scale of the map on which the path appears is never too small. We will seek to “get away” from the floor, and we will not obsess with faithfully following the stored track , because we may not notice the inaccuracies that the latter contains.

The precision of the GPS is used to record the route was a, and the GPS that we are using for doing it is another, and therefore, it will be impossible that the points of both tracks, which serves us as a guide and that we are recording, match at 100%. It is for this reason that, even with a single way to move from a particular place, let us note that the track serves us guide runs several meters to the right or to the left of our location.

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The equipment, signaling, and any other type of installation on the route may also suffer unforeseen variations with the passage of time, for various reasons such as weather, deterioration, or vandalism; therefore it is strongly recommended to be accompanied by a guide if you do not know the terrain or the situation in which the signaling or equipment are located.

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Pre-plan the activity. You should obtain reliable and proven information about the route and the activity that is intended to perform, in terms of the physical demands, technique, equipment necessary to make it, etc, In this “design phase” of the activity is where you can act on those elements that generate the risk that the activity entails.

Inform yourselves about the weather in the area. Do not forget that the weather in the mountain is very variable. Today, there are numerous possibilities of obtaining this information. This information is valuable to analyze, evaluate and assess the tolerability of these risks (rain, snow, storms, wind, etc.) which may be present or to accompany the activity. The paths may vary a lot depending on the time of the year and the weather conditions, therefore it is recommended to pay attention to the recommendations made in this regard and check the weather before each departure.

Each one of the participants of an activity must assess whether the weather is or not adverse to their own physical condition and skills to cope with this activity and it is your responsibility to do it or not.

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This information can be confirmed in the information centers, mountain guides, shelters, Police, etc., The information contained in this website is based on optimal conditions and equipment in good condition to do the activity, and it is not the responsibility of the Provincial council of Granada the conditions of the sport equipment.

Adapt the activity to our physical conditions. Be modest and learn to resign. You have to know to renounce, even though one is very experienced. The mountain will always be there and will wait for us. Always put first the safety of the collective, second the safety of the individual. You should never be too self-confident or lessen your focus, no tter how easy the activity is. The physical ability is fundamental to the realization of any activity in the mountains, so there is no overvaluing our physical abilities, and we have to know how to adapt the paths to our terms. In case of not having sufficient capacity, users should refrain from doing the routes.

Adapt the activity to our technical conditions. For the carrying out of any activity in the mountain and more those that involve some risk, it is necessary to have knowledge of the specific techniques and necessary to carry them out; so we recommend people who do not have the necessary knowledge to refrain from performing any activity, even those that seem easier like hiking. The simple reading of the reviews contained in this website do not train any person for practicing the activity. It is always recommended the accompaniment of guides and staff specialized in the mountains.

Likewise, it requires a prior and deep understanding of the medium in which the activity is carried out, as well as the right time and the optimal conditions to carry it out.

Personal technical equipment. It is absolutely essential to bring the technical material, clothing, footwear, specific documentation, equipment, sun protection, food and water, etc., necessary to perform sports activities. If the activity is of high commitment, it should be expanded to first aid kit and emergency resources. The equipment must be perfectly revised and adjusted to the information and pre-planning.

Subjective objective risks inherent in all sport activities on the mountain. In all athletic activities on the mountain there is an evident exposure to falls with very serious consequences, which may be, but not limited to: brain Trauma, in limbs due to slipping on rocks, in the jumps without any visibility of the bottom, poor reception to the water in the jumps, assurance deficient in the descent of rappelling, extreme tiredness, excess of confidence, lack of preparation or equipment for the activity, inappropriate use of material, hypothermia, and dehydration.

This type of sporting activity involves risks that each participant must know and assume.

We must never underestimate risks and overestimate our capabilities.

It is possible that the fixed equipment the activity counts on (ravines, climbing, etc) and that depends on the progression and/or the protection against the fall in some sections, is not in good condition, as we do not have a regulated periodic maintenance. It is the responsibility of each user to see/check if the material is in good conditions and judge whether or not they can trust in it before you use it.

There are activities which develop in the snow, in places that are very exposed, or in the inside of a course of water, and depending on the time (during defrost, immediately after a snowfall, after a period of rain or storm), could dramatically increase the flow becoming very technical and dangerous. We must never underestimate risks and overestimate our capabilities.

This type of sporting activity involves risks that each participant must know and assume.

As well as an activity in the nature, there may be rock falls, landslides or trees, etc

Guides. In case you go with a guide, you must follow the instructions of the guides, coordinators, or people with more experience, preventing situations of risk, personal or groupal. It is necessary to put in the knowledge of the guides or companions of the activity any possible injury or incident which may affect the development of the activity before and during the athletic activity in nature.

The participants in the activities contained in this website must possess sufficient knowledge and the physical capacity which will enable you to make the specified activities, and to deal with them they must have sufficient capacity, technical and physical, so that they can do it independently and safely. Likewise, they assume the risks inherent in this type of activities and have the knowledge and the equipment needed to perform the activities, and must be approved by the U. E. and in optimum condition for your use.

Do not go alone to the mountain to perform the activity. If you do so, limit yourselves only to places with prior experience, known and consistent with your physical ability and technique. Except in exceptional circumstances, never to leave alone a member of the group, and much less if they're injured or fatigued.

Report on the activity and planned itinerary and respect what has been planned. Communicate to someone (shelter, camping, hotel, friends, relatives) the place and the activity to be performed. And importantly, even if sometimes it is cumbersome, it is imperative to warn that same person of the end of the activity. This recommendation is essential when trying to perform a solo activity.

Graduations. The participants of the activities should be trained to perform the activities in function of the graduation set for each activity, so it is your responsibility to know these rankings and the risks that it involves, therefore you assume performing the activity and everything that could happen.

Learn how to orient yourself. Carry GPS, mapping of the area and compass. You can not trust everything to the GPS, in certain situations it may fail. With a proper handling of the compass and map, we can reduce the risks and prevent accidents.

The tracks for GPS in general, and, in particular, registered in ravines, corridors, corners and other tight places, generally contain inaccuracies.

The precision of the GPS is used to record the route is one, and the GPS that we are using for doing it is another, and therefore, it will be impossible that the points of both tracks which serves us as a guide and that we are recording, match at 100%. It is for this reason that, even when there is only one way to travel a particular location, let us note that the track that serves us as a guide runs several meters to the right or to the left of our location.

The activity in the mountains is not finished until we return to a safe place. The summit is only half of the journey. Do let your guard down until you're completely safe. This includes returning home in your car. There are too many mountain sports practitioners who have road accidents after a tough activity.

The digital mapping used in this website has been generated by the IGN (National Geographic Institute), to be used according to the conditions of the license of use and in accordance with the Ministerial Order FOM/2807/2015.

If there's any accident alert the emergency number, and even the family members or emergency contact. Every minute is important. To meet this recommendation is necessary to carry a mobile phone with charged batteries or any other means of communication to launch the alarm. The GPS is very useful to properly communicate our position and to facilitate our location. In Spain, the monst useful emergency phone numbers are 112 (Civil Protection), 062 (Civil Guard).

The Provincial council of Granada is not responsible for the correct or incorrect use which might be made of this summary, and the consequences that may arise from it. For this reason, it is recommended to the users to be responsible and prudent while carrying ouit the activities on this website. The use of these reviews implies the user will assume the inherent risks of the activity and involves the recognition of their sole responsibility for the security during the development of the activity. The simple reading of the reviews contained in this website do not train any person to practice the activity. It is always recommended to be accompaniment by guides and staff specialized in the mountains.

The various activities contained in this website, are part of what are considered to be risk sports, and they require learning and experience. This website provides technical information for many sport activities in nature, existing at present in the province of Granada, without managing to include, on occasions, information about the state of conservation and maintenance of the routes, facilities or equipment, if there's any. Therefore, the security contiditions for each and every proposed activity are not guaranteed.

The Provincial council of Granada does not assume in any case any responsibility for accidents that may occur while performing the activities listed here.

The information contained in this website is not intended to replace in any case, the experience of participating in sporting activities in the nature, who should be aware of the risks associated with the practice of these sports that are presented here and assume the responsibility to address these risks.

Some of the areas included in this guide are located within protected natural spaces subject to specific legislation and that the mountaineer should know beforehand.

The Provincial council of Granada does not assume in any case, the legal consequences of any infringements against the current legislation.

For any suggestion, the Provincial council of Granad invites you to send an email to the Contact from the web www.exploregranada.es.

Rio Poqueira

Long and technical descent of the equipped section of this plentiful river in the Alpujarra.

Downloads

Very high

Low Mountain

Canyoning

1 day

Circular