Caimitillo Trail

Along this trail you'll see giant tree ferns and sierra palms. This trail originates about 100 feet south (up) from the Sierra Palm Visitor Center on PR 191, km 12.0. Parking is available in a parking lot adjacent to the visitor center and at a designated area near the trailhead. At the trailhead, a series of concrete stairs, followed by wood supported steps cut into the rocky trail surface, lead upward to the Caimitillo picnic area. From the picnic area the trail continues past Giant Tree Ferns and Caimitillo Verde trees to the junction with the El Yunque trail.

Current Conditions

Trail conditions are variable, including the existence of unpaved areas. The trail is closed while the decommissioning and removal of bathrooms, septic tanks and two picnic areas is completed. This work is expected to be completed by the end of 2025. Caimitillo serves as access route to El Yunque Peak; while the trail is closed, a temporary alternate route has been established via Baño Grande, within the Palo Colorado area.

Specific Trail Information

Trail Number

Trail Type

Standard/Terra Trail — A trail that has a surface consisting predominantly of the ground and that is designed and managed to accommodate use on that surface.

General Information

Location: Road 191 km 12.1

Distance: 0.4 miles (0.6 km)

Difficulty: Easy

Amenities: Parking

Special Safety Messages: This trail connects the El Yunque Trail which leads to El Yunque Peak. Part of the trail near El Yunque Peak will be closed until further notice. Access will be available to Los Picachos Peak.