Lares Puerto Rico Map

About Lares, Puerto Rico

Lares is a locality in Lares County, Puerto Rico, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,286. The population density is 946.9 people per km². Lares is located at 18.2947°N, 66.8771°W. It observes the Atlantic Standard Time — no DST (America/Puerto_Rico) timezone.

Lares unfolds amidst the verdant, rolling highlands of Puerto Rico, a place where the air itself carries a humid, earthy perfume. It lies 16.2 miles south-west of Arecibo, PR (from Arecibo, PR: bearing 221°T), and is situated 9.7 miles south of Piedra Gorda. The terrain here is a symphony of steep slopes and deep ravines, cloaked in a dense, emerald tapestry of tropical forest that swallows the sunlight in shifting patterns. Rivers, like silver threads, wind their way through these sculpted valleys, their ceaseless murmur a constant counterpoint to the rustling leaves. The character of Lares is one of quiet resilience, a community that lives in intimate conversation with the powerful, untamed beauty of its mountain home. Even the midday sun, though potent, seems to temper its intensity, casting a softened, almost diffused glow that lends a serene, contemplative mood to the landscape. This municipality, deeply rooted in Puerto Rico's agricultural past, was once a vibrant center for coffee and tobacco cultivation, a legacy that still whispers through the land. The echoes of the Grito de Lares, a pivotal cry for independence in 1868, resonate through its history, marking Lares as a significant historical crossroads. Today, while agriculture remains a part of its identity, the local economy has diversified, embracing smaller enterprises and a more sustainable approach to its rich natural resources. The distinctive artistry of local craftspeople often finds expression in wood carving and ceramics, reflecting the deep connection to the land and its bounty. The rhythm of life in Lares is measured, unhurried, allowing for a thoughtful engagement with the traditions and the enduring spirit of its people, a spirit as steadfast as the mountains that embrace it.

About This Lares Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lares, Puerto Rico — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 18.294675, -66.877121. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Lares and Lares County.

Detailed location data for Lares includes the ZIP code (00669), telephone area code (787, 939), county seat of Lares County, and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Lares is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.