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Difficulty Hard
Distance 18.3 km
Elevation gain 764 m
Elevation loss 509 m
Loop trail No
Description
Tradewinds Trail is a very challenging, 4.6-mile designated National Recreation Trail that traverses Montane and Cloud forests through the Wilderness area of El Yunque National Forest, gaining 1,096 feet in elevation. The route connects to the Sabana Trail and culminates at El Toro Peak, passing through diverse forest ecosystems with abundant opportunities for wildlife and plant viewing. Between El Toro Peak and the Tradewinds/Río Sabana junction, landslides and dense vegetation may require route-finding skills. Minimal cell coverage; prepare thoroughly before setting out.
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Nearby Trails
- Angelito Trail
- Baño de Oro Trail
- Big Tree Trail
- Bisley Trail
- Caimitillo Trail
- Discovery Trail
- El Toro Trail
- El Yunque Original Trail
- El Yunque Peak via Forest Service Road
- El Yunque Trail
- Guarionex Trail
- Juan Diego
- La Coca Trail
- La Mina Trail
- Los Picachos Trail
- Mt Britton Trail
- Mt. Britton Spur
- Palma de Sierra Picnic Grounds Trail
- PR-191
- Río Sabana Trail
- Science & Conservation Trail
- Vereda hacia Charco Verde
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Source: OpenStreetMap · Last edited on OSM: May 30, 2026