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80% of Respondents Do Not Oppose Proposed El Yunque Recreational Quotas

Published Aug 21, 2026, 11:10 PM ASTvia El Nuevo Día

Why this matters: The proposed quotas could impact tourism and recreational activities in El Yunque, a significant destination for both locals and visitors to Puerto Rico.

Around 80% of respondents did not oppose the proposed recreational quotas for El Yunque National Forest’s two main recreational areas, according to preliminary data from the US Forest Service, following the closure of the public comment period. The discussion on the proposed quotas has entered a new evaluation phase.

The US Forest Service gathered comments during the public comment period, which has now ended.

SourceEl Nuevo Día

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