El Cerro del Aripo
El Cerro del Aripo, at 940 meters, is the highest point in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. It is part of the Aripo Massif and is located in the Northern Range on the island of Trinidad, northeast of the town of Arima. Unlike many of Trinidad's mountain peaks, El Cerro del Aripo has a flat summit from which no views are available. Due to constant fog and cloud cover, the temperature may decrease significantly at night compared to the lowlands, and the orographic influence of the Northern Range produces rainfall in the region that is the highest in the country, possibly exceeding 3500 mm per year.
El Cerro del Aripo is home to the golden treefrog, only found in the highest peaks in Trinidad and the Paria Peninsula, Venezuela. Springs that emanate from the Aripo Massif form the headwaters of the Caroni River's largest tributaries. The Aripo Cave is home to a large oilbird colony and features stunning stalactite and stalagmite formations. El Cerro del Aripo is accessible for hikers and is located near the world-famous Asa Wright Nature Centre.
Height: 940 meters
Location: Arima Town
