Maricao State Forest, State forest in western Cordillera Central mountains, Puerto Rico.
The forest extends over 10,803 acres of mountainous terrain, featuring dense vegetation, numerous trails, and observation points overlooking Mayagüez and Mona Island.
Governor Arthur Yager established this forest through an official proclamation on December 22, 1919, marking the beginning of Puerto Rico's state forest system.
The forest serves as a research site for scientists studying 1,164 plant species and 136 bird species, including 23 endemic varieties to Puerto Rico.
Visitors can access the forest through route PR-120, with facilities including camping areas, lodging options, and marked hiking paths throughout the reserve.
The forest contains serpentinite-derived soils that create specific conditions for rare plant species and support the endangered Puerto Rican Sharp-shinned Hawk.
Location: Puerto Rico
Elevation above the sea: 423 m
GPS coordinates: 18.12274,-66.97462
Latest update: March 2, 2025 21:58
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