The best cave campgrounds in Puerto Rico

Hop a plane with your carry-on full of camping gear and take advantage of Puerto Rico’s year-round mild temperature and diverse ecosystems. Upon arrival on the tropical island, stop at a roadside stall or “kiosko” to pick up food and other necessities, and head toward one of Puerto Rico’s remote beaches for a coastal camping adventure. On the world-famous Flamenco Beach of Culebra Island, you can pitch your tent a few feet away from the shoreline. For a completely different experience, check out Rio Camuy Cave Park. Exploring the extensive cave system makes for a great day trip. A short drive from the capital of San Juan is the El Yunque National Forest, a tropical rainforest where there are seven designated campgrounds. Each offer a unique, Caribbean camping experience. Just make sure to request a free camping permit before you go.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Hop a plane with your carry-on full of camping gear and take advantage of Puerto Rico’s year-round mild temperature and diverse ecosystems. Upon arrival on the tropical island, stop at a roadside stall or “kiosko” to pick up food and other necessities, and head toward one of Puerto Rico’s remote beaches for a coastal camping adventure. On the world-famous Flamenco Beach of Culebra Island, you can pitch your tent a few feet away from the shoreline. For a completely different experience, check out Rio Camuy Cave Park. Exploring the extensive cave system makes for a great day trip. A short drive from the capital of San Juan is the El Yunque National Forest, a tropical rainforest where there are seven designated campgrounds. Each offer a unique, Caribbean camping experience. Just make sure to request a free camping permit before you go.

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Top-rated campgrounds

1. Refugio Caney - Vega Baja

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6 sites · Tents, Lodging · Monserrate, PR

Our property is a rock climbing spot and a camping area. To get to the rock shelter you need to do a short hike in a rocky trail, mostly steep, sometimes muddy and climb an inclined (drilled into the rock and ground) 10ft ladder with no hand rails. Includes: shared full bathroom, private tent area in rock shelter with set up, 1 parking spot and more. The space The uniqueness of this place is that the owners backyard’s property is a FOREST 🌳 with a natural rock climbing wall 🧗‍♂️ for NON climbers AND climbers but can also choose to stay camping. You will sleep in a natural rock shelter as your private room!. This is the way our natives used to sleep and made rituals. The zone is a famous archaeological site. WHATS INCLUDED? ⛺️🍽🚽 It includes: 👉🏼 2-person backpacking style tent 👉🏼full size air mattress set up 👉🏼pillows and bed sheets 👉🏼1 parking spot 👉🏼full shared bathroom 👉🏼a battery operated fan 👉🏼storage box 👉🏼camping stove with coffee maker in the cave 👉🏼 total privacy 👉🏼 swing 👉🏼 campfire area Maximum persons: 2 ACCESS details: 🗺 Your rock shelter name is Refugio Caney. You will have a video in your self check in instructions to make it easier for you to get there on your own. You need to bring good grip shoes for the trail and your hands should be totally free. Bathroom and parking spot are located at the entrance of our property, at about 3-4 minutes hiking from the rock shelter. Check in time: 4pm-8pm ⏰ Check out is before 9:00am Late check out: 15$ per additional hour INTERESTED IN ROCK CLIMBING? 🧗‍♂️(beginners or climbers) Reservations are required Enter: www. rocanortepr. com Since this is also a rock climbing area please notice that few climbers (1-3) may be present or may enter to access the rock wall. However, your designated tent area is only for you and your companion, in a very secluded area. Suggestions for a better stay/What to bring: 📝 1- We sell campfire logs at 10$ (last for 1.5 hrs). Let us know in advance to have it available for you. 2- Bring your towel / or we can provide it at no additional cost. 3- Since you need to hike for about 3-4 minutes to get there you need: boots or similar good grip shoes. 4- Check in before sunset. 4- Bring in a backpack only items you will use.

2. Hacienda Árboles de Vida

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3 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Rafael Hernández, PR

A beautiful property with fruit trees, located near irrigation canals, featuring stunning trees and a dedicated camping area. The site includes restrooms with showers, pool, BBQ, picnic tables, a parking area for campers, internet access, and electricity. We offer mountain bike tours, mountain bike rentals, and guided hiking tours. Additionally, we have a camper available for rent, fully equipped with all necessary amenities. The upper part of the property offers a breathtaking view, a fresh breeze, and a beautiful, serene atmosphere. Our property also features a spacious area for family activities such as weddings, birthdays, and group exercise sessions. It is a safe and secure location with parking and security cameras.

3. Mar Chiquita Beach Camping Puerto Rico

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1 site · RV · Manatí, Manatí

We have owned this land for over ten years. It is a beautiful place between mountains and the beach. We plan on making this a beautiful getaway from it all where you can embrace the beauty of Playa Mar Chiquita and surrounding areas.

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Javier

July 2025

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Weekend Trip to Hacienda Árboles de Vida

Me encantó hacer camping de caseta en Arboles de Vida. El lugar lejos de ruidos y lleno de paz. La anfitriona llamada Iris nos dio una calurosa bienvenida y muy atenta. Todos los servicios tanto de agua, baños y area de acampar muy limpios.