| Main Ridge | |
|---|---|
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 572 metres (1,877 ft)[1] |
| Prominence | Centre Hill[2] |
| Geology | |
| Mountain type | Fault-block mountain |
| Type of rock | Schist |
Main Ridge is the main mountainous ridge on the island of Tobago, Trinidad and Tobago. It is a 29-kilometre (18 mi) chain of hills which runs from southwest to northeast between the Caribbean Sea and the Southern Tobago fault system and reaches a maximum height of 572 m (1,877 ft). The Main Ridge Forest Reserve, which was legally established in 1776, is one of the oldest protected areas in the world. It is a popular site for birdwatching and ecotourism. Main Ridge provides important habitat for native plants and animals, including several species endemic to Tobago.