Situated north of San Fernando, Pointe-à-Pierre is renowned for housing Trinidad's largest oil refinery, operated by Petrotrin. Originally built to accommodate refinery employees, the town offers a range of amenities like schools, yacht clubs, and recreational facilities.

For shopping needs, the nearby Tropical Plaza Shopping Center provides a convenient solution.

A notable attraction here is the Pointe-à-Pierre Wildfowl Trust, a wildlife reserve within Petrotrin's premises, dedicated to environmental education and conservation efforts.