Mocho Mountains

The Mocho Mountains are a mountain range in south-central Jamaica. It has been described as the "geographical center of Jamaica."

Mocho Mountains
Whitney Estate, 1820 The Mocho Mountains are in the background
Highest point
Coordinates18°03′N 77°21′W
Geography
Mocho Mountains
CountryJamaica
RegionSouth central

The area was historically a site for bauxite mining, which led to deforestation in the area.

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