How many waterfalls are in El Yunque National Forest?

three waterfalls
Nowhere are the waterfalls in Puerto Rico more beautiful than the ones you’ll see in the National Forest. El Yunque has three waterfalls and they’re all fairly accessible as you travel on the main road, PR 191.

Does El Yunque have waterfalls?

El Yunque National Forest Waterfalls. Most of the popular waterfalls on the island are located right in El Yunque. Spend the day hiking and reward yourself with a stop at a breathtaking waterfall!

How long is the hike to the waterfall at El Yunque?

45 minutes
This trail and waterfall are not within the portion of El Yunque that is protected by the United States Forest Service. The trail is approx. 30 – 45 minutes long, depending on one’s fitness level.

Can you swim in the waterfalls at El Yunque?

Swimming in El Yunque La Coca Falls drops 85 feet, spilling over a huge rock formation into a pool that is perfect for wading and swimming. Look for the La Coca Falls parking area shortly after entering the park. The water temperature in El Yunque’s swimming holes is between 60 and 65 degrees F.

Is El Yunque worth visiting?

El Yunque is a huge tourist spot and there are hundreds of tour buses that make the trip up the two-lane road winding through the forest. If you don’t start early, you can get stuck coming and going from the forest behind these buses. It is well worth the effort to wake up early for this one.

Can I visit El Yunque without a tour?

No trip to Puerto Rico is complete without a trip to El Yunque National Rainforest and let me start by saying first and foremost you DO NOT need a guided tour to enjoy El Yunque. Tours cost about $50-$100 per person including a guide and transportation from most popular hotels on the island.

How much time do you need in El Yunque?

Depending on what you want to do, you could spend as little as 1 hour, or you could spend all day. We we go, we typically allow about 4 hours. Stay up to date by following their Facebook page or You can visit the El Yunque National Forest web site for more information.

Are there crocodiles in El Yunque?

You will see a live display of caged snakes like the Puerto Rican Boa and a Python; Giant Monitor Lizards, native and exotic Ground Turtles, and even a small Caiman crocodile!

Do I need a tour guide for El Yunque?

Does Puerto Rico have monkeys?

The Amazing Monkey Island In Puerto Rico Where Humans Are The Ones In Cages. The island of Cayo Santiago is completely inhabited and controlled by over 2,000 rhesus macaque monkeys. I was excited to have the opportunity of visiting the exclusive land of monkeys, but tourists are not allowed to set foot on the island.

How big is the Yunque national forest in acres?

El Bosque Nacional El Yunque es el único bosque tropical lluvioso que pertenece al sistema de bosques nacionales. Con sus casi 29,000 acres, es uno de los de menor tamaño en extensión territorial, sin embargo es uno de los bosques nacionales de mayor diversidad biologica.

Where can I get a ticket for El Yunque?

Entry tickets for the main recreation area in El Yunque along Rd 191 are available by reservation at Recreation.gov. Visitor capacity to this area is being managed to help comply with health and safety directives following the guidelines of the agency and the current Governors Executive Order.

Where are the best waterfalls in Puerto Rico?

7. Rio La Planta water 3-4 minutes (best if you have water shoes) short walk and over rocks and you will see the large waterfall. 8. Cataratas Juan Diego It’s a neat stop on your way through the National Forest and an easy one to handle from a hiking intensity perspective.