Pico El Yunque, Mountain peak in El Yunque National Forest, Puerto Rico, US
The peak reaches an elevation of 3,494 feet, standing among dense tropical vegetation with frequent rainfall and mist-covered slopes throughout the year.
The United States Forest Service designated this area as a national forest in 1903, making it the only tropical rainforest in the US National Forest System.
The name derives from Taino indigenous language referring to the sounds of water flowing over rocks, connecting the land to its first inhabitants.
Multiple hiking trails lead to the summit through the forest, requiring waterproof gear and sufficient water due to high humidity and changing weather conditions.
The location offers views of both the Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea on clear days, while housing numerous endemic species including the Puerto Rican Parrot.
Location: Río Grande
Elevation above the sea: 1,080 m
GPS coordinates: 18.31069,-65.79138
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:43
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