Cerro de Punta, Mountain summit in Ponce, Puerto Rico
Standing at 1,338 meters above sea level, Cerro de Punta marks the highest elevation point in Puerto Rico within the Cordillera Central mountain range.
The mountain has remained an essential geographical marker since colonial times, serving as a natural boundary between the municipalities of Ponce and Jayuya.
Local communities maintain strong connections to Cerro de Punta through traditional hiking practices and environmental conservation efforts within the Toro Negro Forest Reserve.
Visitors can reach the summit via Route 143, with both hiking and driving options available, though a four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended for the road conditions.
From its peak, the mountain offers views spanning 75 miles across Puerto Rico, allowing observers to see both the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea simultaneously.
Location: Ponce
Elevation above the sea: 1,338 m
GPS coordinates: 18.17223,-66.59172
Latest update: May 27, 2025 10:05
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