Hikes and walks (9)
| Hike | What it is | Time, season, pets |
|---|---|---|
| Tektite Trail | The trailhead can be found to the right of Lameshur Road at the first switchback. The .7 mile trail begins with a moderately strenuous ascent on the Cabritte Horn Point. Hike through the desert-like terrain to reach scenic views atop coastal cliffs. | 20 to 60 Minutes · Pets with limits |
| Johnny Horn Trail | This strenuous trail leads to the remains of some beautiful stone historic sites and incredible views. | 2 to 4 Hours · All year · Pets OK · Reservation needed |
| L'Esperance Trail | L'Esperance Trail follows a historic Danish road passing ruins of some of the earliest plantations established on St. John. View the island's only baobab, a sacred tree species that was brought to the Caribbean by enslaved Africans. From trailhead to the beach is about 2.6 miles one way. Much of the trail faces west an | 2 to 4 Hours · All year · Pets with limits |
| Francis Bay Trail | Francis Bay Trail starts at the Francis Bay Sugar Factory. It continues past the Mary's Point Estate house and around a salt pond. The dry tropical forest and salt pond provide an excellent opportunity to view birds. The lower portion of the trail is an accessible boardwalk that continues through the mangroves to the t | 30 to 90 Minutes · Pets with limits |
| Cinnamon Bay Trails | Meander through the ruins of the historic Cinnamon Bay Sugar Plantation. Smell the scent of the leaves from the bay rum trees, which were once used to make the famous St John Bay Rum Cologne. The boardwalk and nature loop are located across the road from the entrance to the Cinnamon Bay Campground. The nature loop is a | 15 to 30 Minutes · All year · Pets with limits |
| Caneel Hill Trail | Hiking trails in the park provide an excellent way to experience the beauty of the landscape and the rich natural and cultural history of the park/ | 30 to 60 Minutes · Pets with limits |
| Yawzi Point Trail | Located between Great Lameshur Bay and Little Lameshur Bay, this .3 mile trail is a good choice if looking for an easy hike. Stone ruins of homes from the Danish colonial period can be found alongside the trail. Small rocky beaches can be accessed by side trails for a quiet snorkel entry spot. | 30 to 50 Minutes · All year · Pets with limits |
| Salt Pond Bay and Ram Head Trails | Salt Pond is perfect for someone looking for a pleasant stroll to a beautiful beach. Just a quarter mile hike from the parking area to beach, has only a slight grade. | 5 to 20 Minutes · Pets with limits |
| Hike the Lind Point Trails | The Lind Point Trail starts just behind the park visitor center and ends at breathtaking Honeymoon Bay or Solomon Bay. The trail offers several spurs one of which heads to the overlook. Stop and rest on the bench as you watch the boats sail by. | 20 to 40 Minutes · All year · Pets with limits |
Other things to do (10)
| Activity | What it is | Time, season, pets |
|---|---|---|
| Reef Bay Trail | Reef Bay Trail is a strenuous hike that will take you past some of the oldest and tallest trees on the island. Danish sugar plantation ruins, stone walls from cattle grazing, and ancient rock carvings left behind by the pre-Colombian Taino can be found along the trail. During rainy season the waterfall can be spectacul | 2 to 4 Hours · All year · Pets with limits |
| Discover Bird Watching in the Virgin Islands | Join our Park Ranger for a tour of Francis Bay Trail and the nearby salt pond. While there you will enjoy to opportunity to view the many resident and migratory birds that call Francis Bay home. | 90 Minutes · All year · No pets |
| Maho Bay | The perfect experience for sea turtle lovers! | 1 to 2 Hours · All year · No pets |
| Trunk Bay Underwater Snorkel Trail | This unique underwater trail is a great way to learn about the diverse animals of the coral reef habitat. | 30 to 60 Minutes · All year · No pets · Fee |
| Annaberg Sugar Plantation | Take a self-guided tour of the Annaberg Sugar Plantation and immerse yourself in the time when "Sugar was King" on the island. Volunteer docents are often available during weekdays to answer questions. You are invited to tour the small country garden and learn about traditional uses of plants with Mr. Charles most week | 1 to 2 Hours · All year · Pets with limits · Reservation needed |
| Cinnamon Bay Nature Loop And Accessible Trail | Cinnamon Bay Plantation was established in 1717 and was one of the earliest and most prosperous sugar plantations on the Island. In 1903, the Danish West India Plantation Company bought Cinnamon Bay and began growing bay rum trees to produce bay leaf oil, which was used in popular colognes and lotions known as St. John | 30 to 60 Minutes · All year · Pets OK |
| Salomon/Honeymoon Bays | Salomon/Honeymoon Bay - These two white-sand beaches can be accessed by a short hike from Lind Point Trail that begins at the Visitor Center parking lot, from the trailhead at the Virgin Islands National Park sign off North Shore Road, or by boat. | 1 to 8 Hours · All year · No pets |
| Hawksnest Bay | Hawksnest Bay offers three fingers of mostly Elkhorn coral reefs to snorkel. It is not advisable to snorkel directly over the reef. The Elkhorn corals are a federally protected species and extremely fragile. Snorkeling around the fingers you will see many juvenile fish and other reef creatures in and among the branches | All year · No pets |
| Cinnamon Bay Beach and Snorkeling | Cinnamon Bay offers a long gently sloping snow white beach to stick your toes in, or go for a leisurely stroll. The crystal clear waters provide many delights for even a novice snorkeler. Turtles and fish of all sizes and colors can be seen here. | 1 to 8 Hours · All year · No pets |
| Windmill Tour | Enjoy the virtual Windmill & Plantation tour and then take a drive and see them in person. | All year · Pets with limits |
Before you set out
Trail conditions change with snow, fire and storms. Check the park’s current alerts, carry the ten essentials and read know before you go.
Sources
- National Park Service: things to do in Virgin Islands National Park (Data API, public domain)
Last checked 1 November 2026.