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Recreation

Our recreation opportunities are organized two ways: by activity and by corridor. Click the corridor name to see it's opportunities:

  • Road 191 North  - La Mina Recreation Area (Does not require Reservation)
  • Road 988 - Luquillo entrance (Does not require Reservation)
  • Road 186 - El Toro Scenic Byway (Does not require Reservation)
  • Road 191 South - Naguabo (Does not require Reservation)

Authorized / Permitted Tour Operators

Tour guide at Yokahu Tour

Looking for a tour or a tailor-made experience at El Yunque? Consult our directory of authorized tourism service providers. 

Risks of using unauthorized transport

Group of visitors at El Yunque

Learn why you should avoid using unauthorized transportation services when visiting the National Forest. 

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RĂ­o EspĂ­ritu Santo Observation Point

Site Open
Water Activities Outdoor Science and Learning
Panoramic view north of the Atlantic Ocean from bridge and has been considered an observation point since the 1930’s.  This bridge crosses the Rio Espiritu Santo (Holy Spirit River). There is…

RĂ­o Sabana Recreation Area

Site Open
Water Activities Picnicking Outdoor Science and Learning Hiking
The area offers scenic views of the Rio Blanco watershed and the coastal areas of Naguabo and Humacao along with inspiring views of the mountains and the coast as well as access to rivers and water…

RĂ­o Sabana Trail

Outdoor Science and Learning Hiking
The trail head is to the right of the picnic pavilions, up behind the restrooms. This trail was originally built in the CCC era of the 1930’s, but was long closed. It was rehabilitated in 2011 when…

Road PR-9966

Site Open
Outdoor Science and Learning Scenic Drives
This road connects Road 186  Ruta Escénica Pico del Toro / El Verde area to Road 191 at km. 6.   It is a lovely drive through the forest and you will come across a nice observation point…

Tradewinds Trail

Outdoor Science and Learning Hiking
Connects with Sabana Trail on South 191 to El Toro Peak. You will travel through Montane and Cloud forests through the Wilderness area. This trail is a designated as a National Recreation Trail.…

YokahĂş Tower

Site Open
Outdoor Science and Learning
This 69 foot tower was built by Dr. Frank H. Wadsworth (former Forest Supervisor and Director of IITF) in the early 1960’s. Four types of the forest can be viewed from Yokahú Tower: Colorado…