The Big Tree Trail is a 0.7 miles (1.4 km) self-guided interpretive trail, descending from 1,804 feet (550 meters) to 1,640 feet (500 meters). Hiking time is approximately 40 minutes, one-way. The trail is rated as moderate in difficulty, and is steep in some places. It is asphalt paved throughout and several rain/picnic shelters are located along the way.
Unlike many other rain forests around the world, El Yunque rain forest is not full of huge old trees. The lush and beautiful mountain is actually covered with many different types of young trees, but most of them are only 15 to 50 years old. This is because El Yunque has been cleared a few times – sometimes by natural causes like hurricanes, and sometimes by unnatural causes like lumbering. However, if you walk the Big Tree trail, you will be able to see some of the large 200 to 300 year old trees that once made up the whole area.
This is a 4.5 difficulty cache so you will need to apply all your geosenses and experience to find it. There is no need to take the place apart, just look around CAREFULLY! Please, please leave the cache exactly where and how you found it. Be sure to place it correctly in its place and use STEALH, STEALTH, STEALTH. Don't try to get it if there is people around. Wait for muggles to leave before reaching for it and DON'T POST PHOTOS OF THE CONTAINER or its hiding place. Your log will be deleted if you do. I know you will love this one, if you find it.
Enjoy your trip at El Yunque Rainforest and happy caching!!