Cerro El Bolo

Cerro El Bolo is a mountain peak in the Toro Negro State Forest reaching approximately 3,500 feet (1,075 meters). The summit sits along the border between Orocovis and Villalba municipalities and is accessible by a marked trail.

The mountain served as a landmark for communities navigating the central highlands since early settlement times. Over time, the surrounding area became protected as a state forest and opened to the public.

The summit draws walkers from surrounding villages who share a tradition of hiking in the central highlands. Local people value this peak as a place to visit and enjoy the mountain landscape they grew up with.

Visitors should expect dense forest and wet conditions, especially during the rainy season from May through November. Proper footwear and rain gear are necessary to hike safely on the trails.

The area around the peak is known for thick moss growth and rare plant species that thrive in the humid mountain forest conditions. This vegetation makes it a natural habitat that looks noticeably different from other mountain regions of Puerto Rico.

Location: Orocovis

Elevation above the sea: 1,075 m

GPS coordinates: 18.16718,-66.49601

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:04