Yokahú Tower, Observation tower in El Yunque National Forest, Puerto Rico
The concrete structure rises 69 feet above ground level and stands at an elevation of 1,575 feet, providing views of the surrounding rainforest landscape.
Forest Supervisor Frank H. Wadsworth directed the construction of this observation point in 1963 as part of expanding visitor facilities in El Yunque National Forest.
The tower bears the name of Yokahu, a Taino deity connected to water and agriculture, reflecting the indigenous heritage of Puerto Rico.
Visitors can reach the tower through paved roads with designated parking areas, making it more accessible than the nearby Mount Britton Tower.
During clear weather conditions, the observation deck allows visitors to see both the Atlantic Ocean and the dense canopy of the only tropical rainforest in the United States.
Location: Puerto Rico
Inception: 1963
GPS coordinates: 18.31250,-65.77020
Latest update: March 8, 2025 00:49
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