Things to Do

Carite Forest Reserve
Carite is a 6,000-acre reserve with a dwarf forest that was produced by the region's high humidity and moist soil. The highest point is Cerro La Santa, at 3,000 feet. From several peaks there are panoramic views of Ponce and the Caribbean Sea. Fifty species of birds live in the forest, making this spot a recognized area for birding. There is a picnic area and 10 campgrounds (permit is necessary for camping).

Carraizo Lake
Puerto Rico's largest lake. Take route 175 or 739.

Historical Museum of Caguas
Open Mon-Fri 8:00am-3:00pm

Las Catalinas Mall
Over 100 stores and a food court.

Sotomayor del Toro Reserve
This 63-acre reserve on the steep slopes of Cerro La Santa. This tract of virgin tropical forest shelters numerous wildlife species, andstreams here nourish the headwaters of the Turabo River. It is adjacent to the Carite State Forest.

Abelardo Diaz Alfaro Pink House