Exploring the Parks and Gardens of Orihuela Costa

Orihuela Costa has a diverse landscape of pine forests, miles of white sand beaches, colorful reefs, rugged mountains, and lush valleys. The marinas and promenades also provide picturesque backdrops for dreamy Mediterranean sunsets. The area is conducive for outdoor activities with many hiking and running trails, camping grounds, and protected wildlife reserves.

This beautiful coastal area has residential communities neatly tucked within walking distance to the beaches. Nestled between these residential areas are well-maintained parks and gardens where children can have fun and adults can relax and unwind. These green areas contribute to a healthy ecosystem of small animals, birds, and different kinds of flowers, shrubs, and trees.

These are the parks and gardens that are loved by the locals of Orihuela Costa:

Campoamor Dog Walking Park

This park features a Mediterranean forest, where Aleppo Pines, Carob trees, Palmetto trees thrive. Also abundant are shrubs and bushes that have adapted to the unique natural conditions of the area. The winding walking trails have resting areas with picnic tables and benches.

Parque de Las Artes (The Arts Park)

This spacious park is situated along Calle Pío XII within Las Artes urbanization. It has manicured lawns, lush flower beds, sitting areas, artwork installations, and a children’s playground against the backdrop of a clear blue sea. It is a relaxing place for adults and a fun place for kids.

Centro Parques de Andrómeda (Andrómeda Parks Center)

Located in Pilar de la Horadada, this park has a clean and minimalist layout with wide walkways, verdant lawns, benches, and shady trees. Frequented by residents for dog walking, jogging, or taking the baby out on a stroller.

Parque Ramon Eugenio Escudero (Ramon Eugenio Escudero Park)

This expansive park in Calle Siglo XXI in Pilar de la Horadada is a fun place for all ages. There is a playground for small children, an adventure course for older children and teenagers, and an open space for Pétanque, a game similar to lawn bowling. The park has a turtle pond, benches, picnic tables, and an outdoor bar that serves coffee and beer.

Plaza Cala de la Mosca (Cala de la Mosca Square)

This park is a public square overlooking the Playa Cala La Mosca. It has a kiddies playground, a section with an outdoor exercise facility, a sundial, sitting areas, and an open space used for activities such as community exercises ane even Zumba sessions.

Area Natural Rio Seco and Area Natural Mil Palmeras

These natural reserves are on the opposite ends of the hiking trail called Ruta de Senderismo Rio Seco. This 10-km trail follows a scenic valley of a dry river bed to the west and features a rich biome of flora and fauna native to the area. The Mil Palmeras area to the east culminates at a rest area, a few meters away from the beach.

Parque De Matamoros (Matamoros Park)

This park is an oasis by the beach with trees, flowering shrubs, grassy areas, benches, and a spacious playground.