Reserva Florestal de Recreio da Chã da Macela
São Miguel Island
Shared by Rui
"A forest picnic park where deer and peacocks casually steal the show."
Rui's experience
Chã da Macela is one of those relaxed forest parks where locals go to spend an easy Sunday outdoors. It’s a green picnic area with tables, barbecue spots, and plenty of space for kids to run around. The highlight, though, is the small wildlife area where you can see deer and peacocks walking around, which makes the place surprisingly fun for families.
It’s not some wild nature adventure, just a chill forest park where you eat, barbecue, and let the afternoon pass slowly.
Pros
- Nice picnic and barbecue area
- You can see deer and peacocks
- Great place for kids to play
Cons
- Not very large
- Can get busy on sunny weekends
Rui's visits
Rui's Visit Log
June 2025Latest
Worth It4.4
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