Cordillera Mountains - Black Bull Forest Reserve Reserva Forestal Toro Negro
The Black Bull Forest Reserve (Toro Negro Forestal Reserva) covers 7000ac/2834ha of land including Puerto Rico's highest peaks, including Cerro Punto, Puerto Rico's highest point. Most of the forest is second or third growth woods, as the lands were cultivated for coffee growth until reforestation began in the 1930s. While this is not a bird watching region (only 30 recorded species) there are more than 20 different types of frogs and reptiles and 8 species of bats to be found in the Black Bull Forest Reserve. The Doña Juana Recreation center offers a camping and picnic area, as well as maps for hiking trails.
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Cerro de Punta
Puerto Rico's highest peak, Cerro Punto, climbs 4389ft/ 2834m. It is located near the west end of the Black Bull Forest Reserve (Reserva Forestal Toro Negro). There is a trail that leads to the summit of Cerro Punto, north of Hwy 143. There is an observation platform that visitors can reach with great views. It is often described as the best view in Puerto Rico from the top of Cerro Punto.
It is also possible to hike to the Cerro Punto summit via a path that leaves from Hacienda Gripiñas.
It is also possible to hike to the Cerro Punto summit via a path that leaves from Hacienda Gripiñas.
