Discover the Cantera Bridge: A Scenic Marvel in San Juan

Getting There

• Car

  From the main entrance of El Yunque National Forest, drive towards PR-191. Continue on PR-191 for approximately 9 miles. You will pass several popular sites, including the El Yunque Visitor Center. After reaching the intersection with PR-3, turn left onto PR-3. Stay on PR-3 for about 1 mile until you reach the exit for Av. Barbosa. Take this exit and follow Av. Barbosa for about 0.5 miles. Cantera Bridge will be on your right. There is no parking lot directly at the bridge, but you can park on the side of the road.

• Public Transportation

  If you are using public transportation, take the bus route T5 from San Juan to El Yunque National Forest. Once you arrive at the El Yunque Visitor Center, you will need to walk back to PR-3. This will take approximately 20 minutes. Once on PR-3, you can either take a taxi or rideshare service to reach Cantera Bridge, which is about a 10-15 minute drive away. Be prepared for a fare cost that typically ranges from $10 to $15, depending on traffic.

• Walking

  If you are already within El Yunque and prefer to walk, start from the El Yunque Visitor Center. Walk towards PR-191 and follow it until you reach the intersection with PR-3. Turn left onto PR-3 and walk for about 1 mile. After about 20 minutes of walking, you will reach the exit for Av. Barbosa. Cantera Bridge will be on your right. Please ensure you wear comfortable shoes and stay hydrated as this is a significant walk.