Northern karst
36.3 km · ≈ 1 h 15 min · 1 stageNot verified: Scores estimated from public sources, pending an on-site check: they may change.
- Forest
- Karst and caves
A drive through the landscape of mogotes, sinkholes and caves of the northern karst, from Arecibo to Lares. Country roads wind between the rounded limestone hills to the Río Camuy cave park and the sinkholes along the PR-129, ending in the hill town of Lares.
Score by profile
Scenery
75
Coast
30
Relaxed
54
Adventure
75
Driving
75
Ratings
- Scenery4/5
- Stops4/5
- Coast and beaches1/5
- Easy driving3/5
- Driving fun4/5
- Local food2/5
Arecibo to Lares36.3 km · ≈ 1 h 15 min at the wheel
- Narrow road, often one lane
- Cueva Ventana
A short detour south on the PR-10 to the cave with a window over the valley.
- Parque de las Cavernas del Río Camuy
The cave park, with an underground river and a huge sinkhole.
- Cueva Clara
The main cave of the park, visited on guided tours.
- Sumidero Tres Pueblos
A sinkhole where three municipalities meet, with a lookout.
Take it with you
The whole route and its stops, for navigation apps and GPS units.
Tips
- The karst roads are narrow, with blind bends between the hills; drive slowly.
- Check the opening days and capacity of the Río Camuy caves before you go.