La Mina Trail is one of two hiking trails that lead to the extremely popular La Mina Waterfall of El Yunque National Forest, the other one is Big Tree Trail. However, La Mina Trail starts out in an area that provides many other things to do compared to that of Big Tree’s Trailhead. The Trailhead to La Mina Trail is located at the Palo Colorado Recreation Area, which is the hub to multiple hiking trails, … Read entire article »

The Bano de Oro Trail is a short trail that originates about 150 feet up the mountain from Palo Colorado. The trail winds it’s way through the forest passing the Bano de Oro pool, many native plant species, and the La Mina River. The Bano de Oro Trail ends as it hits a junction with the El Yunque Trail. Parking for the Bano de Oro Trail is available at both the Palo Colorado Visitor … Read entire article »

Mount Britton Trail and Tower is a demanding, but rewarding hike. It is located at the highest access point just a short distance off to the right of where PR 191 dead ends. Take a look at our map below for a more detailed understanding of where it is. The map and pictures should also give you a better view of where to park as well as the route the hiking trail … Read entire article »

La Coca Trail is located a fraction of a kilometer up the mountain from La Coca Waterfall. The La Coca Trailhead is located on the east side of PR 191 and has limited parking so there is a chance that you will need to park at the Yokahu Tower Parking Lot or the La Coca Waterfall Parking Lot. If you are interested in hiking La Coca Trail you will want to check and … Read entire article »

Caimitillo Trail is a short hiking trail off of PR 191 with a great Picnic Area on the trail. The Caimitillo Trailhead can be seen on our map and in our pictures below. It is located just up the mountain from the Sierra Palm Picnic Area. There is a small parking area just across from the trailhead that only fits a couple vehicles so you might need to park at the Palo … Read entire article »