|
|
Article: 240 inches of rain a year ... yes, it is a rain forest. (Caribbean National Forest, Puerto Rico)
- Article from:
- Sunset
- Article date:
- February 1, 1992
- Author:
CopyrightCOPYRIGHT 1992 Sunset Publishing Corp. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)
|
The only tropical rain forest in the U.S. national forest system, Puerto Rico's Caribbean National Forest, was devastated by Hurricane Hugo in 1989. Winds stripped trees bare and swamped trails with deadfall.
But the forest's leafy roof has already recovered, and trails are being repaired. If you're planning a Puerto Rico trip, the rain forest is worth adding as a day trip from San Juan. Now into May is generally the dry season and a good time to visit.
GIANT FERNS, TINY FROGS
Under the canopy of twisted vines, waving palms, and giant tree ferns, you'll find tree snails as wide as your palm and catch glimpses of colorful birds. Listen ...