Mount Britton Tower
Torre Mount Britton
A 1930s stone tower high in El Yunque, reached by a steep trail of about 1 kilometer through cloud forest, with 360-degree views over the rainforest peaks.
The Mount Britton Tower was built in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and sits at about 937 meters above sea level. From the trailhead beside Route 191, the paved path climbs about 1.2 kilometers (roughly 40 minutes) through low, moss-covered cloud forest. The view from the top covers El Yunque’s main peaks and the coast, but clouds are common, so visibility depends on luck. It is free, and the trail is steep and slippery, so bring a rain jacket. Vehicles entering the forest may need a timed reservation on Recreation.gov.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:30–17:00
Nearby sights
- La Mina Falls
- El Yunque National Forest
- El Yunque National Forest
- Yokahú Tower
- Luquillo Kioskos
- Luquillo Beach (Balneario La Monserrate)
- Seven Seas Beach
- Laguna Grande Bioluminescent Bay