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The Cock-of-the-Rock Trail is located in Roura, in French Guiana. This 1.5 km round-trip hike, with an average duration of about 1 hour 30, plunges into the heart of dense forest along an enriching and accessible route. The cock-of-the-rock, with its brilliant orange plumage and distinctive crest, is one of French Guiana's most emblematic birds.
The trail offers the opportunity to observe the cock-of-the-rock in its forest habitat. This bird, endemic to the region, has been fully protected since 1986. It favours mountainous massifs between 100 and 1,500 metres in altitude, where it finds caves and rock shelters for nesting; its presence is an indicator of the health of the forest ecosystem. Between November and January, males gather in display arenas known as "leks" to court females — a remarkable natural spectacle in which they deploy their plumage through vocal sessions, movements, and static displays.
It is recommended to wear hiking boots or sturdy shoes, as the path can be slippery and wet, especially after rain. To observe these birds without disturbing their habitat, be patient and quiet, and use binoculars to minimise disturbance. Please note: the trail was temporarily closed to the public from 19/12/2025 to 31/01/2026 for safety reasons (trees at risk of falling onto the path); the ONF advises caution during heavy rain or high winds.
To reach the trail, head towards the Kaw road and park just before the sawmill. The entrance, discreetly located on the left-hand side of the road, marks the start of the route.
The Cock-of-the-Rock Trail is located in Roura, in French Guiana, along the Kaw road, just before the sawmill.
The trail is 1.5 km round trip, with an average duration of about 1 hour 30.
Between November and January, males gather in display arenas ("leks") to court females.
Be patient and quiet, and use binoculars to minimise disturbance. The species has been fully protected since 1986.
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