Current Risks of the Proposed Bike Path
The current design raises serious concerns. It threatens coastal habitats, protected ecosystems, and local biodiversity, including Tres Palmas Marine Reserve and Bosque Comunitario La Armonía. The plan lacks updated environmental reviews, overlooks recent coastal changes, and may violate federal laws like the Endangered Species Act and Clean Water Act.
Beyond environmental risks, it could harm Rincón’s tourism-based economy by limiting beach access, altering surf conditions, and reducing parking. A better, viable alternative is needed—one that protects the environment and preserves Rincón’s identity as a world-class surf destination.
Restricted Beach Access & Reduced Parking
The plan includes 6-foot walls along the coast, blocking access to Marias, Domes, and Steps beaches, making it almost impossible to reach the shore and changing the natural landscape. It also removes the parking at Domes Beach and all parking at Steps Beach, further limiting access. If Domes’ parking fills up, visitors must park at the Faro and walk. At Steps, limited parking means people may have to park on Road 413, risking fines, congestion, and accidents.
Environmental Damage & Hurricane Protection
During big swells, hurricanes, and storms, trees on the coast offer protection from those waves coming to our streets. They prevent flooding and erosion. With their removal, the coastline is no longer protected and the bike path is at risk of destruction during these storms.
Threat to Protected Green & Coastal Spaces
The bike path plan puts at risk Bosque Comunitario La Armonía, a reforested area cared for by the community for 20 years. Now a thriving green space, it helps prevent erosion and serves as a popular pedestrian trail. The project also threatens Tres Palmas Marine Reserve (RMTP) and the Maritime-Terrestrial Zone (ZMT)—protected areas essential for marine life, sea turtle nesting, and coastal stability.
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