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The Guánica State Forest, popularly known as the Guánica Dry Forest is a subtropical dry forest located in southwest Puerto Rico. The area was designated as a forest reserve in 1919 and a United Nations Biosphere Reserve in 1981.
Area: 9,878 acres (39.97 km2)
Established: 1919
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Gian Toyos
4 months agoThis is a review for a short (one hour) visit since we arrived almost at closing time. You can very well spend the entire day exploring the many trails. This is a fantastic natural escape that's easily accessible with ample parking. The forest offers stunning views and various trails suitable for casual walks or more adventurous hikes. The heat can be intense, make sure you take plenty of water to drink and communicate the ranger where are you heading to. The forest reserve is a biodiverse hotspot, showcasing Puerto Rico's rich flora and fauna. Exploring the trails provides an immersive experience into the region's natural beauty and ecological diversity. It's not just a place for nature lovers; it's an educational opportunity to appreciate and understand Puerto Rico's ecological significance and conservation efforts.
Sander Rozendaal
a year agoUnfortunately the hurricane destroyed a lot of the area as well as a part of the road to get there. The parking is a little further so it's a nice walk through the area to see all the beautiful places. Went there for the sunset which was really good and nice to see. There were only a few others. Roads towards the parking are good and the local people are nice as well.
Regis Casillas
9 months agoMarked trail. View from the fort and trail are spectacular. Bring lots of water to drink and no facilities.
Linda Trail
2 months agoNo stars actually as we made the 40 mile drive only to arrive at a locked gate. Website and Google says it should be open today. Have found a lot of these kinds of inconsistencies here in PR. Similar experience in the rain forest; many trails remain closed from Hurricane Maria which was 7 years ago. Disappointing trip overall.
Jean-baptiste Guillemot
5 months agoClose at 4pm...This is so early for tourists and locals alike! It opens at 7.30am, why? Who is ready and at the gate at 7.30am during their vacation? Open at 9am but then close at 5.30pm, it will be much better for everyone. We had to make the tenuous drive for about 3km until we reached the parking lot where an employee told us we had to leave...we could not even get to the view for 5 minutes, we had to go, great.