EM1312, 8700, Moncarapacho
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A shaded pine spot offers impressive views over the ocean, Faro and Olhão, with the main area suitable for 2-3 vans. The ground is uneven, with roots and few level places, while additional spaces are available higher up. Traffic from the road or highway below can be heard, and strong winds are possible. Avoid the site in bad weather, when conditions can become difficult.
From travellers' reviews
Listing copied from our source, 53 days ago
Listing copied from our source, 53 days ago
Lovely spot under the pine trees, well shaded with a beautiful view. It is difficult to find a level place. You can hear the dual carriageway below quite clearly.
Great view over Faro, near the road but with little traffic and no noise at night. However, the wind was strong, though it calmed down during the night. I was alone at the spot.
Nice view of the ocean and Faro, Olhão. Some noice of traffic below. If you take the lower spot, be aware of the roots of the trees. Spent the night with two other vans
The main spot fits 2–3 vans maximum. There are a few more spaces farther up. Unobstructed view of Faro and the ocean. Avoid in bad weather, as it gets very windy.
Very good views and quiet for sleeping, although there are quite a few tree roots that make leveling difficult.
Beautiful place! You can take a long uphill walk from here to the nearest mountain. There is a swing there with a wonderful view. The place is fairly quiet, but you may not be completely level. There is occasional traffic on the road.
An extraordinary view with magnificent sunsets and sunrises! We recommend this place. We were lucky to have wind, which meant we could not hear the motorway at all. Little traffic on the road above. Truly ideal if you are looking for a peaceful place in the middle of the forest.
A really beautiful place for the night. The sunrise and sunset are so beautiful to see from here.
A very nice little place for one night with a great view, but not very quiet because of the nearby motorway. You can definitely hear it up there, including at night.
Absolutely incredible place! Go a little higher and the solar panels recharge easily! Bin and hiking trail nearby! Keep well to the left, as it is a hiking passage.
Good for one night; we were completely alone. The sunset and the view are breathtaking. Be careful at the edge and drive down it cautiously. No cars passed at night. Keep the place clean :)
Very beautiful view. Uneven ground but room for two vans maximum. There are other spots along this road. Busy during the day and evening, but quiet at night.
A small, cozy place. Very uneven, with only a little level ground to park comfortably. Be careful at the entrance: there is a very high curb. It has been filled in slightly at only one point for access. The view is beautiful, overlooking the sea and the cities. We watched planes taking off and landing all evening.
Very nice place to spend a night, despite being alongside the road, which has little traffic. The ground is not perfectly level, but the view is very beautiful. It can accommodate a couple of vans.
The parking spaces are alongside the road. With our rooftop tent, we preferred to continue a little farther and take the dirt road on the right that climbs parallel to it. There are several places to stop and, although they are rather dirty, the night was peaceful.
Space for 3–4 vans, excellent view, peaceful night. Recommended.
Excellent place to stop, relax and have a beer with magnificent scenery. No facilities. The ground is not level for sleeping.
One of the best places in the region. I think there is only one truly comfortable spot, plus a second option without a view. The view is magnificent. For a motorhome I think it is complicated, but no problem in a van if you position the vehicle carefully. It is not a long, rough drive, just a matter of positioning properly. Do not miss the view and peace.
The view is great, although it is a little sloped. However, cleanliness is poor: it is dirty, with wipes and a condom in the trees.
A good spot for spending one night. Quiet with an unobstructed view. Cleanliness could be better, but it is fine for the night.
Convenient for spending one night, no more. It is alongside the road and full of excrement. People should pay more attention!
A very quiet place to spend the night. There is an area above that seems busy on weekends and could possibly prevent restful sleep. Apart from being startled by a woman who knocked on our door at 9 p.m. because she could not retrieve her dog, everything was perfect.
Superb view, very little traffic, and slight road noise below. No fireworks, but it was raining heavily, so perhaps we were lucky.