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Refugio Nacional de Vida Silvestre de Cabo Rojo

Wildlife refuge · West coastNot verified: Scores estimated from public sources, pending an on-site check: they may change.
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The salt flats of Cabo Rojo, at the southwestern tip of the island: a key stopover for migratory shorebirds, with an interpretive center, an observation tower and the Los Morrillos lighthouse nearby.

Nature in this area

  1. Mirador de las SalinasViewpoint78

Beaches in this area

  1. Playa El Combate50
  2. Playa Bahía Salinas45

Sights in this area

  1. Faro Los MorrillosLighthouse79

Amenities

  • Visitor center
  • Parking

Best time to go

Migratory shorebirds peak from fall to early spring.

Tips

  • Bring binoculars: the best birding is at low water in the salt ponds.
  • There is almost no shade; avoid midday.