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Cayos de Caña Gorda
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Cayo Aurora (western cay) from ferry boat
Census 2000 map of Cayos de Caña Gorda
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Coordinates	17°56′32″N 066°52′17″W / 17.94222°N 66.87139°W / 17.94222; -66.87139
Administration
United States Puerto Rico
Territory	Puerto Rico

NOAA Chart of Cayos de Caña Gorda

The Cayos de Caña Gorda (which means Caña Gorda Cays or Keys in English) are a group of three small islands. They are located off the southwestern coast of Puerto Rico. These islands are not lived on by people.

These cays are covered in mangrove trees. Mangroves are special trees and shrubs that grow in salty water. They are important for the environment. The islands are part of the Caranero area in the Guánica region of Puerto Rico.

What are the Cayos de Caña Gorda?
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What are the Cayos de Caña Gorda?

The Cayos de Caña Gorda are made up of three main islands. Each island has its own unique features. They are a popular spot for visitors looking for nature and quiet beaches.

Isla Ballena: The Eastern Cay

Isla Ballena is the island on the eastern side of the group. It is very close to the mainland of Puerto Rico. Only a narrow channel, about 66 feet (20 meters) wide, separates it from a place called Punta Ballena.

Cayo Aurora: The Western Cay

The western island is known as Cayo Aurora. In the 1970s, a family from Philadelphia named it Gilligan's Island. They named it after a popular TV show from that time.

Cayo Aurora is a great place for visitors. You can reach it by a short boat ride from the mainland. The boat trip is about 1,969 feet (600 meters) from Punta Jacinto. This island has public beaches where people can relax and enjoy the sun.

Cayo Honda: The Central Cay

Between Isla Ballena and Cayo Aurora is the third island. This middle island is called Cayo Honda. It connects the eastern and western parts of the group.

Size of the Islands

The total land area of all three Cayos de Caña Gorda combined is about 0.069 square miles. This is a small area, but it is home to many plants and animals. The islands are an important part of Puerto Rico's natural beauty.