Discover Playa del Socorro
Playa del Socorro is located on the north coast of Tenerife, near the town of Los Realejos.
The beach has dark volcanic sand and clear water, making it a great spot to spend the day.
Playa del Socorro is well-known for its excellent surfing conditions, attracting surfers of all levels. However, there is no surf school or shop on-site. During high tide, much of the beach can disappear, so checking the tide schedule is recommended. Strong currents can occur at times, but lifeguards are on duty year-round.
Parking is available right above the beach, though finding a free spot can be difficult, especially in summer.
Facilities & Services
The kiosk is open on weekends and during the high season.
Lifeguard services are available year-round.
Toilets and showers are open all year.
Parking is right by the beach but offers only about 100 spaces.
Surfing conditions depend on the weather, but the waves here are usually bigger.
How to Get Here
Playa del Socorro is easily accessible by car and has a parking lot that can easily be full.
To reach Playa del Socorro by bus, take the bus line 363, bus stop El Socorro + 15 min walk.
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