El Yunque Big Tree Trail
The Mount Britton Trail and the tower require a bit of effort but there is a definite reward at the top. The Mount Britton tower in El Yunque is located at the highest point that can be accessed by cars. Take a look at the map found here for more information and other hiking routes.
The Mount Britton Tower and trail are named after Nathaniel Britton, a botanist that worked in Puerto Rico in the 1920s but the tower itself was constructed in the 1930s. Parking for the Mount Britton Trail and Tower can be a little crowded so you may end up walking a little bit unless you get to the park early. Like all places in Puerto Rico and El Yunque, when you leave your car and get ready to hike, make sure all your doors are locked and your valuables are hidden from sight. You should definitely bring some water, camera, and binoculars if you have them!
The trail is mostly paved or formed by bricks, but it'd be inaccurate to say the trail is easy. In the beginning, the trail begins weaving back and forth through the El Yunque forest. There are several little stopping points along the way that can provide cover if it's raining or rest if you're tired. As you start to get close to the Mount Britton Tower, the narrow concrete walkway will connect to the El Yunque National Forest road.
The Mount Britton Tower and trail are named after Nathaniel Britton, a botanist that worked in Puerto Rico in the 1920s but the tower itself was constructed in the 1930s. Parking for the Mount Britton Trail and Tower can be a little crowded so you may end up walking a little bit unless you get to the park early. Like all places in Puerto Rico and El Yunque, when you leave your car and get ready to hike, make sure all your doors are locked and your valuables are hidden from sight. You should definitely bring some water, camera, and binoculars if you have them!
The trail is mostly paved or formed by bricks, but it'd be inaccurate to say the trail is easy. In the beginning, the trail begins weaving back and forth through the El Yunque forest. There are several little stopping points along the way that can provide cover if it's raining or rest if you're tired. As you start to get close to the Mount Britton Tower, the narrow concrete walkway will connect to the El Yunque National Forest road.
