Reef Bay Trail
Step back in time while experiencing a moist tropical forest as you hike down the verdant Reef Bay Valley. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to learn about the people who have called St John home and about their relationship to the natural world.
Come Prepared for a Fun Adventure
Most visitors hike these trails without incident and have a wonderful time. Be aware that these backcountry trails are steep in places and are uneven and rocky, and can be slippery even when dry–you'll need sturdy, closed-toe shoes and a sure foot. Take plenty of water, some snacks and a lunch, and a hat. Mosquito repellent is a good idea, too, and a swimsuit if you'd like to take a dip in the ocean down at the beach. From the trailhead to the beach is about three miles one way. These guided hikes go at a reasonably steady pace with occasional stops for the ranger to offer insight about the historical and natural features along the trail. The hikes take about three and one half hours from start to finish.
Discover Bird Watching Hike
Join our Park Ranger for a tour of Francis Bay Trail and salt pond. While there you will enjoy to opportunity to view the many resident and migratory birds that call Francis Bay home.
Friends of Virgin Islands National Park
The Friends of Virgin Islands National Park offer a winter seminar series. These include guided tours to Hassel Island, hiking with park and local scientists, kayaking or snorkeling in the mangroves and many others. To learn more about the seminar series visit the Friends of Virgin Islands National Park website.
Johnny Horn Trail
The Leinster Bay Trail entrance starts at the foot of the hill leading to the Annaberg Plantation Ruins, just east of the parking area. Just after you pass the sandy beach at Waterlemon – the trail splits. Stay to the left to continue out to a point closest to Waterlemon Cay. Take the narrow trail to the right and you’re on the northern end of the Johnny Horn Trail.
Make Jumbies at Drunk Bay
The Trail that leads to Drunk Bay on St. John begins at the very end of Salt Pond Beach and heads inland towards the salt pond. It is a relatively easy walk with no hills and takes about 20-30minutes. The trail then continues North on to the rocky, windswept Drunk Bay beach.
St. John Beach
Most visitors and locals will agree that when it comes to beaches on St. John a 'good to best' scale just would not do. The scale for describing St. John's beaches is 'Great', 'Greater' and 'It's a secret so I am not telling anyone'. All beaches on St. John are open to the public. Beachfront property however, in many cases is private and a few popular beaches have hotels nearby. Respect private property when accessing beaches. It is illegal to collect shells from beaches in the Virgin Islands; shells are confiscated at airport customs. There are no clothing optional beaches in the Virgin Islands.