El Yunque National Forest

National forest Río Grande, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico

What to expect

El Yunque National Forest is a tropical rainforest located in northeastern Puerto Rico. It is the only tropical rainforest in the United States National Forest System and is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. The forest contains several peaks, including Pico El Yunque, Pico del Este, and El Toro, which is the highest point in the forest. The area has a rich cultural and historical significance, with evidence of pre-Columbian era settlements and gold mining activities. Visitors can explore the forest's many trails, waterfalls, and scenic views, and enjoy outdoor recreation opportunities such as hiking, swimming, and birdwatching. The forest is also home to several archaeological sites, including the Río Blanco petroglyphs, and offers stunning views from the Yokahú Observation Tower

Plan your family visit to the El Yunque National Forest with these blog insights 👇

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This family's experience:

Activities: We drove through the forest and visited observation areas, waterfalls, hiking trails and lookout points

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the coquis and the tree frogs ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We plunged into natural pools and lagoons, swung on rope swings, hiked to waterfalls and spotted exotic creatures in this rainforest

Highlights: We enjoyed the stunning views of the island and the variety of activities available ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We spent a day exploring El Yunque, the giant rain forest 45 minutes southeast of San Juan. We explored on our own and did fine, but having a guide might help you to see more in a day and learn more about the local ecosystem

Highlights: The highlight was a hilly, 30-minute hike that ended at a picturesque waterfall with wading pools for swimming ✨