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    Top Spots in and near Puerto Rico

    • Rio Grande, Puerto Rico

      Hike Through the El Yunque Rain Forest

      4.6
      5 mi / 1500 ft gain
      Hiking the El Yunque Trail is a 5 mile round trip, about 3 to 4 hours in duration, with a moderate to difficult skill level. In parts, the paved path is well-maintained, and in others, you'll need to navigate very wet, muddy terrain. The trail takes you up up through the Palo Colorado Forest, to ...
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    • Arecibo, Puerto Rico

      Explore La Cueva del Indio (Indian Cave)

      5.0
      La Cueva del Indio is one of the most beautiful places on the island of Puerto Rico – there's nothing quite like witnessing the majesty of a sunset on the cliff, and yet it's still incredible all day long.It takes about five minutes to walk out onto the cliffs. Two movies were filmed on these cli...
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    • Arecibo, Puerto Rico

      Hike to Cueva Ventana (The Window Cave)

      5.0
      Take a short and easy guided hike up to and through the cave to this amazing view of the surrounding landscape and the Rio Grande de Puerto Rico, the river that runs below the cave. It is a 15 minute walk to reach the cave, then you will have another 30 minutes to explore the interior. The guide ...
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    • Culebra, Puerto Rico

      Explore Culebra Island

      5.0
      At Flamenco Beach, which is always ranked among the top 5 beaches in the world, the water is incredibly blue, and the sand is white and soft. The contrast of colors with the green island behind it is indescribably beautiful. Flamenco is usually pretty busy with people because it's so popular, and...
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    • Rio Grande, Puerto Rico

      Explore Juan Diego Falls

      3.0
      0.1 mi / 80 ft gain
      Juan Diego Falls are a pair of waterfalls that can be accessed by an incredibly short and ignored trail when passing through El Yunque.When driving up the mountain (heading southwest on 191) the trail entrance can be found behind a road barrier on the right hand side of the road at approximately...
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    • Hoya Mala, Puerto Rico

      Gozalandia Falls

      5.0
      0.88 mi / 148 ft gain
      Gozalandia Falls, located in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico - on the West side of the island, features a 60ft+ tall waterfall as the main attraction. The area also has an 'upper-falls' with another swimming area and rope swing. Both tend to get full on hot summer days, so come early and stay for lunc...
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    • Adjuntas, Puerto Rico

      Swim at El Ataud

      0.2 mi / 100 ft gain
      If you're heading out of Adjuntas, take Route 10 N and make a right onto Route 123 N, follow that until you can make a left onto Route 123 S. Go South on Route 123, then turn right onto Route 522 (follow the signs for Parador Sotomeyer). When you get there, go to the left. The road will make seve...
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    • Culebra, Puerto Rico

      Snorkel at Tamarindo Beach

      Navigating to Tamarindo Beach is a simple left off 251 before you get to Flamenco Beach and has a small parking area with a kayak ramp. Usually you can find one or two local businesses offering kayak, mask, fins, and vest rentals here. A publico, or private taxi/van, can give you a ride here for ...
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    • Salinas, Puerto Rico

      Hike to Arbol Solitario

      5.0
      1 mi / 600 ft gain
      About halfway between Cayey and Ponce, you will see a runaway truck ramp on the north side of the highway. The best place to park for this hike is just right on the shoulder of the road (Make sure you aren't blocking the truck ramp or you risk getting a ticket). Keep in mind if you are coming fro...
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    • Vieques, Puerto Rico

      Camp at Sun Bay Beach

      Vieques Island is a pleasant one hour ferry ride from Fajardo, Puerto Rico (and budget friendly at only $4 round trip!) Upon arrival at the ferry port in Vieques, hop on one of the waiting cabs and ask for a ride to Sun Bay ($3 per person). You can also arrange for the same cab driver to pick y...
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    • Luquillo, Puerto Rico

      Explore Playa la Pared

      Wake up early for the sunrise on the beach and you won't regret it! Unless of course you hate beautiful sunrises... Parking is easy with a public parking lot right next to the beach entrance, you can't miss it!After you finish enjoying the view, start walking to the right and you will encounter ...
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    • Culebra, Puerto Rico

      Camp at Flamenco Beach

      If camping on a postcard perfect tropical island is on your bucket list, Flamenco Beach is a must.  Take the ferry from the port in Fajardo (40 min drive from San Juan Airport) to Culebra Island.  The cost is $2.25 each way and takes about one hour.  The ferries depart at 9:00 am, 3:00 pm, and 5:...
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    • San Juan, Puerto Rico

      Explore Castillo San Felipe del Morro

      5.0
      This is an awesome place to check out if spending some time near San Juan. This castle is located on the far side of Old San Juan, offering awesome views of the ocean and surrounding areas.  It costs $7 USD (for adults) to enter, and can be paid at the main entrance when you arrive. This also act...
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    • San Juan, Puerto Rico

      Stroll through Old San Juan

      5.0
      *Puerto Rico’s history is very interesting.  Exploring Old San Juan is fun, informative, and full of culture.   *There are unlimited options for food in Old San Juan, I recommend trying Mofongo, which is made from a plantain. Find a rooftop bar to take it all in (and maybe have a mojito or two!)....
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    • Aibonito, Puerto Rico

      Cañon San Cristobal

      4 mi / 1000 ft gain
      The hike from one end of Cañon San Cristobal to the other is arguably the most epic in Puerto Rico. Descend a thousand feet into a turquoise swimming hole, climb up a waterfall and find yourself in a valley so perfect it doesn't seem real. Climb up another waterfall, hike about a mile and you'll ...
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    • Rincon, Puerto Rico

      Surf Marias in Rincon Puerto Rico

      5.0
      Marias is a popular surf spot in Rincon, Puerto Rico.  Rincon itself is a beautiful surf town on the west side of the island.  The wave is primarily a right hand reef break that works best on north swells.  It's also a great place to catch a sunset!
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    Camping and Lodging in Puerto Rico

    Outsite Old San Juan
    259 Calle San Sebastián, Puerto Rico

    Outsite Old San Juan

    From $65 / night

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Puerto Rico

    7 Days on Island Time Exploring Puerto Rican Paradise

    7 Days on Island Time Exploring Puerto Rican Paradise

    Edward Dalton