Joyuda Lagoon Natural Reserve

Laguna Joyuda, or Albufera de Joyuda, is a natural located in the municipality of in . The only lagoon in the western coast of the main island, it is recognized as a dual system for recreation and fishing.
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  • Type: Lake
  • Description: natural reservoir located in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico
  • Also known as: Joyuda Lagoon”, “Laguna de Joyuda (Puerto Rico)”, and “Laguna Joyuda (Puerto Rico)

Places of Interest

Highlights include Isla de Ratones and Silva Bridge.

Island
Photo: Jmundo, CC0.
also known as Cayo Ratones or Isla Ratones is a small island located near the Joyuda Lagoon in . The island is a popular spot for snorkeling and bathing.

Bridge
Photo: Wikimedia, Public domain.
The is a Pratt pony truss bridge in which was built in 1897. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995 and on the Puerto Rico Register of Historic Sites and Zones in 2000. is situated 3½ km east of Joyuda Lagoon Natural Reserve.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Hormigueros and Mayagüez.

Photo: Jcarrillovii, Public domain.
is a town and one of the smallest municipalities of , located on the island's southwestern coast in the tourism region.

Photo: NASA, Public domain.
is the largest city on the Western side of the island of , in the region. It has roughly 90,000 inhabitants, plus a floating population of about 15,000, on weekdays, particularly when the University of Puerto Rico at is not in recess.

Joyuda Lagoon Natural Reserve

Latitude
18.12951° or 18° 7′ 46″ north
Longitude
-67.17742° or 67° 10′ 39″ west
Elevation
1 metre (3 feet)
Open location code
77CJ4RHF+R2
Geo­Names ID
4565873
Wiki­data ID
Q5295322
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In Other Languages

From Cebuano to Spanish—“Joyuda Lagoon Natural Reserve” goes by many names.

Localities in the Area

Explore places such as Conde Ávila and Joyuda.

Notable Places Nearby

Highlights include Reserva Natural Laguna de Joyuda and Laguna Atolladero.

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