Protected Natural Environments in Andalucia Natural parks are locations of great ecological, scientific and educational value. They have ecosystems that have been little altered by man. Together they demonstrate an enormous range of geology and climate, from salt flats and dunes to mountain ranges and woods. Natural areas are moderatly protected areas due to the risk to or the uniqueness of the fauna, flora or landscape. Natural Reserves are small enclaves to protect an ecosystem or natural fragile element.
Natural reserves offer the greatest level of protection.
To enter a Natural reserve special permision is required from the warden of the reserve. Within the various protected areas are many facilities for the tourist. Such as marked footpaths, Recreation areas, Camping sites, Mountain bike tracks, visitor centeres, viewpoints, Observatories, Information points, Areas for free camping. Marked footpaths - Footpaths, generally in good condition, are marked usually with spots of white paint on trees, rocks and posts. Recreation areas - are popular with local city dwellers on a Sunday.