El Yunque National Forest, Puerto Rico - Big Tree Trail HD (2015)
El Yunque National Forest, formerly known as the Luquillo National Forest and the Caribbean National Forest, is a forest located in northeastern Puerto Rico. It is the only tropical rain forest in the United States National Forest System. The forest is commonly known as El Yunque, which may be attributed to either a Spanish approximation of the aboriginal Taíno word yu-ke which means white lands, or the word anvil, which is yunque in Spanish. The second-tallest mountain within El Yunque is also named El Yunque. El Yunque National Rainforest is located on the slopes of the Sierra de Luquillo mountains, encompassing 28,000 acres (43.753 mi² or 113.32 km²) of land, making it the largest block of public land in Puerto Rico. El Toro, the highest mountain peak in the forest rises 1,065 metres (3,494 ft) above sea level. Ample rainfall (over 200 inches a year in some areas) creates a jungle-like setting — lush foliage, crags, waterfalls, and rivers are a prevalent sight. The forest has a number of trails from which the jungle-like territory's flora and fauna can be appreciated. El Yunque is also renowned for its unique Taíno petroglyphs.
El Yunque National Forest, Big Tree Trail
Big Tree Trail is a .08 miles trail rated moderate and with a hiking time about 40 minutes one way. This trail is one of the most popular in the El Yunque National Forest trail system. In this trail you can appreciate the Tabonuco forest, the largest and most abundant of the four forest types found in the El Yunque. Also the Ausubo (Bullet wood) tree located nearby, and believed to be over 300 years old. You may encounter a lovely Puerto Rican Emerald Hummingbird (Zumbadorcito in Spanish) sipping nectar from a bright red Hibiscus flower, or even be inspected by a family of Mongoose hurriedly crossing your path.
Big Tree Trail at El Yunque National Forest
Walking the Big Tree Trail, cleanings are almost done and the trail is going to be better than ever.
El Yunque National Forest, Puerto Rico - hike to La Mina Falls
Our day spent in El Yunque National Forest, February 2013. Included a hike on the Big Tree Trail to La Mina Falls.
Driving in Puerto Rico from Fajardo to El Yunque National Forest
We begin today's adventure from our home-base in Fajardo. Fajardo is a small city in Puerto Rico located in the east region of the island. Fajardo is the hub of the majority of recreational boating in Puerto Rico and a popular launching port to Culebra, Vieques, and the American and British Virgin Islands. It is also the home to the largest Marina in the Caribbean, called Puerto del Rey.
Fajardo was founded sometime between 1760 and 1774 (depending on the authority) as Santiago de Fajardo. It was one of the locations used by the Americans to invade Puerto Rico in 1898.
Fajardo is popular among tourists, especially local tourists, because of its seafood, hotels, and ferry ports with daily trips to the islands of Culebra and Vieques. Fajardo's beaches are bounded by calm, clear water ideal for snorkeling. Seven Seas Beach offers plentiful water sports facilities, offshore points for sailing, snorkeling and plenty of scuba diving. Fajardo is also home to one of the few Bioluminescent Lagoons in the world.
Now sit back as we drive through Fajardo beginning our adventure to the famous El Yunque Rain Forest.
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Upon leaving Fajardo, we pick up Route 3 which will take us up the coast to Luquillo before turning into the mountains to El Yunque.
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Just a short drive outside San Juan, Luquillo is a popular tourist destination with one of the nicest public beaches in the San Juan area.
One of my favorite stops in Luquillo are the Luquillo kiosks (or kioskos). This long row of humble buildings are right alogside Route 3 and the beach in Luquillo. Today, as we pass by, it is early and few of the kiosks have opened. But, later in the day and into the evening it will become crowded with locals and tourists. Don’t let their appearance discourage you — stop in and you will be in for an experience that is uniquely Puerto Rican. There are about 60 different kiosks that sell souvenirs, food and drinks.
We now turn south as we head into the El Yunque National Forest.
Anticipation builds as we drive along a winding road lined with lush vegitation.
As we enter El Yunque, it's interesting to note this is the only tropical rainforest that belongs to the U.S. Forest Service. El Yunque National Rainforest is located on the slopes of the Sierra de Luquillo mountains, encompassing 28,000 acres of land, making it the largest block of public land in Puerto Rico. It is home to over 200 species of trees and plants, 23 of which are found nowhere else.
Our first stop is La Coca Waterfall. This is by far the easiest waterfall to visit as it is right off the road.
La Coca Falls is probably best described as a slide falls. The water slides down a 60' rock face, after which the creek narrows down significantly. It’s a very pretty waterfall, and the tropical rain forest surrounding it is just stunning.
If you want to see a waterfall on Puerto Rico, this is your best bet, especially if you’re not interested in hiking up and down hills.
Next stop is the parking lot that begins the Big Tree Trail leading to La Mina Falls. The 0.7 mile hike begins mostly downhill with a few steps up and downhill for about 35 minutes or so.
11 of the 16 species of common coqui (tree frogs), have been found in El Yunque. This small frog earned its Puerto Rican common name due to the call of the most common coquí species on Puerto Rico, which begins as the sun sets and ends in early dawn. This has made it an animal of great endearment to Puerto Ricans.
Eventually we reach a small footbridge in front of the falls.
La Mina Falls is a relatively modest 10m waterfall surrounded by pools of cool mountain water, perfect for a refreshing dip.
Remember that 0.7 mile downhill hike to the falls. The tip back is uphill so be prepared for a bit more strenuous hike back to your car.
As we drive out of El Yunque, you'll notice quite a bit more traffic and cars parked alongside the road. I would highly recommend to visit the rainforest in the morning hours because as you can see the crowds increase in the afternoon, oftentimes leading to closing the park to traffic.
One final stop before heading back to Fajardo is the Yokahu Tower, providing spactacular views of the forst, the north coast and, on a clear day, the peak of El Yunque itself.
El Yunque Tours - How Hard is it to Walk Big Tree Trail
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La Mina Waterfall in El Yunque National Forest, Puerto Rico Rain Forest
La Mina Waterfall is the most popular waterfall in El Yunque National Forest and possibly the most popular waterfall in Puerto Rico. El Yunque is the only Tropical Rain Forest in the entire US Department of Forestry system. La Mina Waterfall can be accessed by two trails that converge at La Mina Waterfall. Those trails are, Big Tree Trail and La Mina Trail. Big Tree Trail starts from it's own parking area, while La Mina Trail starts from the Palo Colorado Recreation Area. Palo Colorado has quite a bit of parking, but it also serves three other trails, a Visitor Center, and Picnic Area.
El Yunque Rainforest, Puerto Rico - Rainforest Relaxation
If you're in Puerto Rico, you must visit this place. You do not need a tour guide, but you will have peace of mind with one if you're absolutely not sure of where you are going. Once you drive to the rainforest information gate/main gate, keep driving up for about 15 minutes. Every so often, you'll see places where you can stop. We went all the way up to Big Tree Trail and parked in the lot there. There is a Trail you can follow and you will not get lost because it's the same Trail to return. There is always people too. Trail leads to the waterfall. Take your bathing suit under and your water shoes. The least you carry, the better. Take water, as it gets very hot. Hope this helps!
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El Yunque National Forest, Puerto Rico - Caimitillo Trail HD (2015)
El Yunque National Forest, formerly known as the Luquillo National Forest and the Caribbean National Forest, is a forest located in northeastern Puerto Rico. It is the only tropical rain forest in the United States National Forest System. The forest is commonly known as El Yunque, which may be attributed to either a Spanish approximation of the aboriginal Taíno word yu-ke which means white lands, or the word anvil, which is yunque in Spanish. The second-tallest mountain within El Yunque is also named El Yunque. El Yunque National Rainforest is located on the slopes of the Sierra de Luquillo mountains, encompassing 28,000 acres (43.753 mi² or 113.32 km²) of land, making it the largest block of public land in Puerto Rico. El Toro, the highest mountain peak in the forest rises 1,065 metres (3,494 ft) above sea level. Ample rainfall (over 200 inches a year in some areas) creates a jungle-like setting — lush foliage, crags, waterfalls, and rivers are a prevalent sight. The forest has a number of trails from which the jungle-like territory's flora and fauna can be appreciated. El Yunque is also renowned for its unique Taíno petroglyphs.
El Yunque National Forest wiped out
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El Yunque National Rain forest, Water falls & Natural pools - Puerto Rico VLOG#4
We, The lost travellers, share your experience from El Yunque Rain forest in Puerto Rico. This is the only rain forest on USA and Territory. We took the 'Big Tree Trail' heading towards 'La Mina Falls'. It was an amazing experience, indeed.
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El Yunque National Forest after Hurricane Maria
El Yunque National Forest is the only tropical forest in the US National Forest system. On September 20, 2017, Puerto Rico was hit by Hurricane Maria, which stripped the vegetation from the island, including El Yunque.
El Yunque Rainforest Puerto Rico Mavic Air 4k
Here's a video highlighting a recent trip to Puerto Rico in February of 2019. Footage is shot with a Mavic Air and GoPro Hero7 Black and was edited using Adobe Premiere Pro.
This was shot over three separate days while hiking throughout the wonderful island territory. The footage from the end is from Cueva del Indio on the northern coast near Aricebo.
El Yunque the Caribbean National Forest
Big Tree Trail
Walking/showing the trail of The Big Tree Trail in the El Yunque Rainforest, Puerto Rico
El Yunque Tropical rainforest trail April 2011
Walking along El Yunque Rainforest Trail - and suprise, suprise, it was raining!
Visiting the observation tower and waterfall
Finally driving back to San Juan
Puerto Rico
April 2011
Time for a new adventure. Chasing waterfalls in El Yunque National Rainforest in Naguabo, PR
I didn’t know what i was doing, i just felt a big urge to be surrounded by water. In my timeline, i had seen a few places im thinking about going next, but the one that stuck most was El Hippie, in Naguabo, Puerto Rico.
I found myself driving East. Still no clue where exactly it was that i was going towards, i had no place to go and constantly checked till i found a camping spot. Great! My last camping experience (which was also my first camping experience) was such a great one i was very excited. Then i saw how close it was to where i was planning to go.
Everything seemed to line up.
Then i met the mysterious man who took me deep into the jungle and up to sacred Taíno land. I understood then.
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Exploring El Yunque Rainforest | Photography in Puerto Rico
VLOG 141 - April 2, 2017 - Exploring El Yunque Rainforest PR
In this Puerto Rico Travel vlog I explore the El Yunque Rainforest in northeastern of the beautiful country of Puerto Rico. I explore many of the park trails like Mina waterfall, la coca and Mount Britton, then up to the high-altitude dwarf forest. El Yunque is the only tropical rain forest in the United States National Forest System. El Yunque National Rainforest is located on the slopes of the Sierra de Luquillo mountains, encompassing 28,000 acres of land, making it the largest block of public land in Puerto Rico. The forest has a number of trails from which the jungle-like territory's flora and fauna can be appreciated. El Yunque is also renowned for its unique Taíno petroglyphs and the nightly calls of coquí tree frogs.
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