El Portal is the main visitor center in El Yunque. It offers a wealth of information about the rainforest and contains a gift shop, a concessions area, a theater, and bathrooms. A half-mile trail extends from the El Portal parking lot and forms a short loop full of breadfruit, plantain, coffee, and papaya trees coexisting with exotic, native, and endemic species in the forest. It's also an excellent spot for birdwatching. Be sure to check the link below for the status of the center.

Built in 1963, Yokahu Tower offers stunning views of the rainforest, allowing visitors to see four forest types found in El Yunque: Colorado, Tabonuco, Palm, and Dwarf. Yokahu Tower is located at an elevation of 1,575 feet. There is a parking lot nearby with a 30-minute time limit.

For visitors hoping for the perfect vacation photos, the Juan Diego creek features several waterfalls including a 15-foot fall that ends in a shallow pool. While there is a 40-foot waterfall visible further up the creek, visitors are advised not to visit the upper falls due to the presence of sensitive plant species that can be easily damaged.

The Caimitillo Trail is a half-mile path that is a favorite for sightseers seeking a beginner hike or a quick experience in El Yunque. The trail is lined with giant tree ferns and sierra palms. For those looking to enjoy a picnic in the rainforest, several native stone huts containing tables, barbeque grills, and running water taps are located along the trail.