Ensenada Honda, Puerto Grande
Ensenada Honda, also known as Deep Cove or Puerto Grande, is an inlet on Puerto Rico's northeastern coast, situated in the
municipality of Ceiba. Early indigenous resistance and the absence of gold kept
cash-strapped colonial administrations mostly away from the region, which
eventually evolved into a hub for pirates
and smuggling. In the 19th century, the bay's
harbor facilitated the growth of the sugarcane
industry, while in the 20th century, it
hosted the Roosevelt Roads U.S. Naval
Station. Currently, a Reserve Component
maintains a military presence in the area, but the inlet, along with a civilian
airport, serves as the focal point for local tourism and the fishing industry.
As part of negotiations with the U.S. Navy, Ensenada Honda is also the
subject of preservation projects. While the port area doesn’t offer much, the nearby town of Ceiba may
pique your interest with its shopping options and variety of dining
experiences, including the Broadway Gastro
Bar.