This tropical rainforest is a land of falling water
As you might expect from the only tropical rainforest in the US National Forest system, Puerto Rico’s El Yunque has plenty of water. Mountains that rise to 3,500 feet harvest moisture carried by Caribbean trades winds, showering the green slopes with more than 200 inches of rain a year. This water flows downhill to form rushing streams punctuated by dozens of waterfalls.
Visitors to the forest can follow short, well-marked trails to some of the more popular cascades, while others will require a more arduous hike along steep jungle pathways. Often, the reward is a cool pool of clear water at the base of the falls, perfect for a splash or a swim to quell the heat.
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