Waterslide tourTop Rated El Yunque Rainforest & Waterslide – SmallGroup Tour
4.91 16,974 reviews 95% five stars
- 7 hours
- Up to 45
- English, Spanish
- Meeting point
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
from $45 per person
El Yunque waterfalls
Compare La Coca Falls, Juan Diego and La Mina Falls in El Yunque National Forest by walking distance and permitted water access from PR-191.
La Coca Falls
La Coca Falls drops 85 feet beside PR-191, giving you a waterfall view without a hike.
- 85 ftDrop of the falls
- km 8.1On PR-191
- FreeNo ticket or reservation
Juan Diego Falls
Juan Diego Falls pairs a natural creek pool with a 0.125-mile path for a short waterfall walk.
- 0.125 milePath to the pool
- km 9.6On PR-191
- 30 minParking limit
La Mina Falls
La Mina Falls is for a waterfall hike when trail access permits, with a drop over 35 feet into a pool.
- 35 ftDrop of the falls, or a little over
- 0.7 mileLa Mina Trail, each way
- Summer 2027Project estimate, not a reopening date
El Yunque waterfalls compared
| Waterfall | Road post | Walk | In the water | Parking | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Coca Falls | km 8.1 | From the road | No | Designated areas | Open |
| Juan Diego Falls | km 9.6 | 0.125 mile | Wading | 30 minutes | Open |
| La Mina Falls | km 12.2 | 0.7 or 0.9 mile | Pool, once the trail reopens | Palo Colorado or Big Tree | Closed |
Which one to choose
You have 15 minutes
Our pick: La Coca Falls if you have 15 minutes; the view at PR-191 km 8.1 needs no trail hike.
You want to get in the water
Juan Diego for wading via a short path of 0.125 mile, if access permits. Heavy rain rules out getting in the water.
You came for La Mina Falls
La Mina Falls for a hike when access permits; the drop exceeds 35 feet. Check the trail status before you travel.
El Yunque waterslide tours
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Waterslide tour
Waterslide tourHalf-Day Yunque Rainforest Waterslide & rope swing Guided Tour
4.83 8,211 reviews 93% five stars
- 4 hours
- Up to 40
- English, Spanish
- Meeting point
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
from $25 per person
Waterslide tourSan Juan to El Yunque Rainforest Waterslides and Luquillo Beach
4.73 6,032 reviews 86% five stars
- 5 to 7 hours
- Up to 30
- English, Spanish
- Hotel pickup or meeting point
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
from $39.99 per person
People also ask
How many waterfalls are in El Yunque?
El Yunque has no official waterfall count; our comparison covers La Coca Falls, Juan Diego and La Mina Falls along PR-191. The selection covers waterfall stops reached from the forest road and its trails. You can choose a roadside view or follow a path to a waterfall pool. Trail access and rain can change your plans for reaching or entering the water.
What is the best waterfall in El Yunque?
The best El Yunque waterfall for a roadside view is La Coca Falls, which drops 85 feet. Your choice changes if getting in the water matters more than a roadside view. Juan Diego has a path of 0.125 mile to a pool. Parking for a visit to the pool is limited to 30 minutes. Stay on the path to protect areas where restoration work took place. Heavy rain can rule out getting in the water.
Can you swim in the waterfalls in El Yunque?
Swimming is an option at Juan Diego in El Yunque; parking is limited to 30 minutes. Access restrictions and flood warnings can rule out a swim. La Coca Falls prohibits swimming. Heavy rain upstream can trigger flash floods at the waterfall pools. You should stay out during heavy rain and leave if water rises. A river gauge reading cannot establish that swimming is safe at a particular pool.
Which El Yunque waterfall can you see from the road?
La Coca Falls is visible from PR-191 at km 8.1 without a trail hike. You need to use designated parking even for a brief stop. Parking violators can be ticketed. You need to watch for traffic when crossing the road. Wet rocks are slippery. Drinking water is unavailable, so bring enough water for your roadside stop. A developed parking area and an artisan shop serve the viewpoint.
Is La Mina Falls worth it?
La Mina Falls is worth the hike if you want a pool below a drop of over 35 feet. A trip to the falls depends on permitted trail access. Check the status before you travel. La Mina Trail runs 0.7 mile from Palo Colorado to the falls. The return hike includes winding concrete stairs. The trail is rated challenging, with an elevation change of 492 feet. Swimming depends on weather and permitted access.