Cabo Rojo Puerto Rico Map
Explore Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico
| City | Cabo Rojo |
| State | Puerto Rico (PR) |
| County | Cabo Rojo County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Atlantic Standard Time — no DST (America/Puerto_Rico) |
| Latitude | 18.086626 |
| Longitude | -67.145735 |
| Population | 9,122 |
| Density | 1511.1 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 00623 |
| Area Code | 787, 939 |
About Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico
Cabo Rojo is a locality in Cabo Rojo County, Puerto Rico, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,122. The population density is 1511.1 people per km². Cabo Rojo is located at 18.0866°N, 67.1457°W. It observes the Atlantic Standard Time — no DST (America/Puerto_Rico) timezone. ZIP code: 00623.Cabo Rojo defines itself through an intricate landscape where the earth meets the sky in a quiet, sun-drenched expanse. It lies 3.9 miles south-southwest of Hormigueros, PR (from Hormigueros, PR: bearing 198°T), and is situated 2.8 miles east-northeast of Puerto Real. The terrain is characterized by the low, steady rise of the Cordillera Sabana Alta just two miles away, which commands the horizon with a stoic presence. Water shapes the periphery of the land, as the tides of Puerto Real pull at the shoreline three miles distant. The local environment is defined by the unique presence of Quebrada Las Tunas, a valley basin that cuts directly through the heart of the terrain. Visitors often find themselves wandering within the protected boundaries of Unknown Local Park, an area that preserves the natural integrity of the soil and sky.
Cabo Rojo carries the weight of a long, industrious history that has seen the land transition through various agricultural and maritime phases. The local economy persists by drawing from the resources of the earth and the surrounding coastal proximity, maintaining a rhythm that prioritizes endurance over rapid expansion. While the presence of the distant Bosque Estatal de Boquerón offers a lush contrast, the immediate vicinity remains focused on traditional trades and small-scale enterprise. Residents often look toward the nearby Laguna Joyuda, an essential feature of the local geography that has influenced settlement patterns for generations. The legacy of the area is reflected in the steady, patient work of those who labor in the fields and workshops that occupy the surrounding plains.
Cultural life in Cabo Rojo pulses with the distinct vitality of a people who feel deeply connected to both their immediate surroundings and the wider world. The community maintains a strong identity, often gathering at landmarks that anchor their sense of place, such as the distant, shimmering silhouette of Cayo Ratones visible across the water. Life moves at a deliberate pace, punctuated by the occasional excursion along the Vereda Helechal, located nine miles away for those seeking a deeper communion with the terrain. While the town does not center its identity on the fame of individuals, the collective spirit remains rooted in the local traditions that define the Boricua experience. The golden light of late afternoon often settles over the valley, casting long shadows that emphasize the humble beauty of the everyday architecture.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Unknown Local Park (Local Park) — locality lies within
- Parque Tuto Mendoza (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 281° W
- Bosque Estatal de Boquerón (State Resource Management Area) — 2.4 mi, 248° W
- Reserva Natural Finca Belvedere/ BE de Boquerón (State Conservation Area) — 3.0 mi, 259° W
- Laguna Joyuda Natural Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 3.1 mi, 321° NW
- Reserva Natural Laguna de Joyuda (State Conservation Area) — 3.1 mi, 321° NW
- Bosque Natural de Boquerón Natural Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 4.5 mi, 211° SW
- Laguna Cartagena National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 5.8 mi, 156° SE · 540 acres
- Cabo Rojo National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 6.9 mi, 191° S · 5,583 acres
- Bosque Estatal de Maricao (State Resource Management Area) — 7.5 mi, 041° NE
- Cavernas del Río Camuy (State Park) — 27.1 mi, 049° NE
- El Yunque National Forest (National Forest) — 45.0 mi, 062° NE · 29k acres
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About This Cabo Rojo Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico. Coordinates: 18.086626, -67.145735. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Cabo Rojo includes the ZIP code (00623), telephone area code (787, 939), county seat of Cabo Rojo County, and school district assignment.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
