Forest road tourEl Yunque National Forest: The Road 191 Corridor - Half Day
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- 4.5 hours
- Up to 14
- English, Spanish
- Hotel pickup or meeting point
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
from $95 per person
Juan Diego Falls
Juan Diego Falls has a natural creek pool reached by a 0.125-mile path. Parking is limited to 30 minutes.
0.125 milePath to the pool
km 9.6On PR-191
30 minParking limit
Juan Diego Falls at a glance
- Difficulty
- Easy
- In the water
- Wading at the pool, by the Forest Service page
- Parking
- Designated areas only, 30-minute limit
- Drinking water
- None at this stop
- Hours
- PR-191 hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Elevation
- About 1,585 feet
How to get to Juan Diego Falls
You reach Juan Diego Falls by following PR-191 past La Coca Falls at km 8.1. The creek pool is reached by a 0.125-mile path from the road.
On the road: beyond Yokahú Tower at km 8.8, with designated parking only and a 30-minute limit. The limit includes walking time in both directions.
Juan Diego Fallskm 9.6 · about 1,585 ft
Today in El YunqueSaturday, November 7
8–5PR-191 hours, entry free
80%Chance of rain
2.03 ftRío Mameyes, steady
Juan Diego Falls today
Open Status as the Forest Service lists it, read on November 7, 2026.
If it rains: Flash flood risk can halt entry on PR-191. A river gauge reading cannot establish that the pool is safe.
What to expect at Juan Diego Falls
Juan Diego Falls has an easy 0.125-mile path to a natural pool. The pool lies along Juan Diego Creek. Stay on the path to protect restoration work around the creek.
Our pick: Juan Diego if you want a waterfall stop with a short walk. The 30-minute parking limit covers the whole visit. Juan Diego has no drinking water, so bring your own for the walk.
Can you swim at Juan Diego Falls?
For swimming at Juan Diego Falls, plan for wading in the pool after the 0.125-mile walk. Your 30-minute parking allowance must cover the walk in both directions and time at the pool.
Flash flood risk can interrupt access along PR-191. A river gauge reading cannot establish that the pool is safe. We recommend skipping the water when rain threatens your visit.
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Is Juan Diego Falls open?
The label at the top of this page shows the status of Juan Diego Falls for today, from Forest Service data refreshed every hour. Any dated closure notice appears beside it.
Where is Juan Diego Falls?
Juan Diego Falls is at km 9.6 on PR-191 in El Yunque National Forest. You must park in designated areas. Parking is limited to 30 minutes. A 0.125-mile path leads from the road to the creek pool.
How long is the walk to Juan Diego Falls?
The walk to Juan Diego Falls is 0.125 mile along an easy path. Stay on the path to protect restoration work around the creek. The 30-minute parking limit includes the walk and time at the pool. Bring your own drinking water for the visit.
Can you swim at Juan Diego Falls?
For swimming at Juan Diego Falls, plan for wading in the pool reached by a 0.125-mile path. A river gauge reading cannot establish that the pool is safe. We recommend skipping the water when rain threatens your visit. Parking is limited to 30 minutes.
How long can you park at Juan Diego Falls?
You can park at Juan Diego Falls for up to 30 minutes. Parking is allowed only in designated areas. The parking allowance covers the entire stop. The 0.125-mile walk and any time at the pool need to fit within that limit, including the return to the car.