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El Yunque Rain Forest, El Yunque National Forest

4.6
#1 of 187 in Parks in Puerto Rico
Must see · Forest · Nature / Park
Discover a lush tropical escape by hiking El Yunque Rain Forest, noted for its remarkable biological diversity. The only tropical rainforest under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Forest Service, this verdant area shelters more than 400 plant species, many of which you can see by hiking any one of a dozen well-maintained hiking trails. An interpretative visitor's center highlights the importance of this sprawling forest, while picnic pavilions ensure enough space to rest and contemplate the significance of this green kingdom in eastern Puerto Rico. Check the website for suggested family-friendly hikes and a printable brochure explaining the history of the forest. Before you head to El Yunque National Forest, plan trip itinerary details with our user-friendly El Yunque National Forest planning tool, to make sure you see all that El Yunque National Forest has to offer, including El Yunque Rain Forest.
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Tours to El Yunque Rain Forest

FROM $82 BOOK WITH VIATOR Full-Day Rainforest and Waterfall Adventure from San Juan
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $90 BOOK WITH VIATOR El Yunque Rainforest Off the Beaten Path & Hiking Tour
5.0
Duration: 7 hours
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FROM $77 BOOK WITH VIATOR Let me show you MY island! (with visit to El Yunque)
5.0
Duration: 5 to 6 hours
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  • By Travel_with_Alekov
    Do not miss beautiful place when visiting Puerto Rico! We had the best day exploring, hiking and swimming in waterfalls. A highlight of our trip! Currently you do need to make a reservation due to...  more »
  • By WLM2000
    I have been many times to El Yunque and it continues to amaze me. Currently you need a reservation to visit Monday - Saturday. The park was closed on Sunday due to the current guidelines but the...  more »
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Popular things to do in El Yunque National Forest

Yokahu Observation Tower ©
Observation Deck
Yokahu Observation Tower
4.6
Duration: 2h 30 min
Cascada La Mina (La Mina Falls) ©
Waterfall
Cascada La Mina (La Mina Falls)
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Duration: 2h 30 min
La Coca Falls ©
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4.3
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The Mine Trail (La Mina)
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The Mine Trail (La Mina)
4.4
Duration: 2h 30 min

Side trips from El Yunque National Forest

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Bosque Nacional El Yunque ©
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Bosque Nacional El Yunque
Puerto Rico
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El Yunque National Forest ©
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Hidden gems in El Yunque National Forest

El Yunque ©
Mountain
El Yunque
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Duration: 2h 30 min
Big Tree Trail ©
Hiking Trail
Big Tree Trail
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Duration: 2h 30 min
El Portal Tropical Forest Center ©
Specialty Museum
El Portal Tropical Forest Center
3.6
Duration: 1 hour
Mount Britton Trail
Hiking Trail
Mount Britton Trail
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Duration: 2h 30 min

Nature in El Yunque National Forest

Luquillo Mountain Range
Mountain
Luquillo Mountain Range
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Duration: 2h 30 min
Juan Diego Falls ©
Waterfall
Juan Diego Falls
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
El Toro ©
Mountain
El Toro
4.5
Duration: 2h 30 min

Parks in El Yunque National Forest

Angelito Trail
Nature / Park
Angelito Trail
4.2
Duration: 1h 30 min

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