Overview

Hype:

This 69 foot tower was built by Dr. Frank H. Wadsworth (former Forest Supervisor and Director of IITF) in the early 1960s. Four types of the forest can be viewed from Yokahú Tower: Colorado (smooth to the south), Tabonuco (irregular surrounding with white-leaved Yagrumos), Palm (on the steep slopes) and Cloud Forest (on the ridges) are all visible along with the coastline and all the way to the Virgin Islands on a clear day (10+ mile view). The dense old forest of the Baño de Oro Research Natural Area in the upper Mameyes Valley to the east may also be viewed.

Time:

Fees: None

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Links: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/elyunque/recreation/recarea/?recid=43389

Location

Closest City or Region: El Yunque National Forest, Puerto Rico

Coordinates: 18.312427, -65.770205

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March 29, 2024 Trip Report

By Jeremy Dye

Trip Members

Jeremy Dye, Tara Dye, Madilyn Dye,

Story

We climbed up to the top of the tower and enjoyed the views from the top. We also bought a magnet at the tiniest gift shop ever at the base of the tower.

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