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Editor's Note: El Yunque was formerly known as the Caribbean National Forest.
Quote: El Yunque rainforest is one of Puerto Rico's claim to fame. It is located in the northeastern quadrant of the country. Tours are offered from San Juan but are generally expensive considering the time spent traveling to get there and the amount of... Read the full El Yunque National Forest review
Quote: We rented a car and drove to El Yunque. It was around 40 min away from Condado. The other way to get there is with a tour. You can pick up a trail map from the first 'tower' and then drive up to pretty much any of the locations that you want to hike... Read the full El Yunque National Forest review
From journal Puerto Rico Trip
Quote: This was my first time in a rainforest and it was a wonderful experience. The are many trails here, from beginners (20 mins long) to expert (2 hours long) so you can pick the one which you are comfortable with. A lot of these trails lead you down... Read the full El Yunque National Forest review
From journal Puerto Rico Getaway!
Quote: We got up early one morning and headed to the rainforest, but got there before the ranger station opened so we couldn't stop for information, but that was no big deal. We headed on down the road and stopped along the way at the tower and some... Read the full El Yunque National Forest review
From journal Long Weekend in Puerto Rico
Quote: There are 13 hiking trails. Keep that in mind. You stop at the Visitors Center first - pick up a map - go to the bathroom. OK now ask about the trails. Pick one maybe 2 at the most. One is better. Go to it, stop the car, and walk. And maybe walk... Read the full El Yunque National Forest review
From journal Puerto Rico for the First Time
Quote: From many vantage points within the forest, a lookout tower can be seen crowning a distant headland with likelihood of exceptional vistas from the summit. Who could deny such invitation that eventually surpassed any ground-level expectations?... Read the full El Yunque National Forest review
From journal Rhapsody in Green
Quote: A great hiking introduction comes with the first official trail route appearing at Highway 191's 10.2km marker. Big Tree Trail is just under a mile and classified as moderate difficulty because of some fairly steep sections making for uphill... Read the full El Yunque National Forest review
Quote: Puerto Rico's most popular tourist excursion combines a morning in El Yunque followed by an afternoon visit to Luquillo Beach. Tour operators are abundant and often have represenatives in larger hotels and resorts. Pick-up a quarterly guide of Qué... Read the full El Yunque National Forest review
Quote: We signed up for the El Yunque Rain Forest excursion at the tour desk of our hotel. The cost of the tour was $45 per person and included the 45-minute rides to and from the Caribbean National Forest, where the El Yunque Mountain is located, and a... Read the full El Yunque National Forest review
From journal San Juan - Pre and Post Cruise
Quote: This US national rain forest is a sight to see. The high peaks and winding trails are a thrill to see and traverse. The trail is tough and a long walk. There are seats set up to rest on and castle-like lookouts at key sightseeing points. The... Read the full El Yunque National Forest review
From journal A Week To Remember