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Virgin Islands National Park is on St. John. Over 40% of this park is underwater and a fantastic place to go snorkeling and diving. Numerous beaches, like Hawksnest Bay and Cinnamon Bay, are terrific places for a day at the beach. This park is an excellent place to go fishing, especially near Hurricane Hole on the north side of Coral Bay. Lobsters can be collected all year.
The park's visitor center is on the shore of Cruz Bay. It's open on weekdays from 8:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Parking in Virgin Islands National Park is extremely limited, but there is a little by the visitor center. The National Park Service recommends that visitors use safari taxis from Cruz Bay. Additional parking is available at the ferry terminal. Vitran buses also run to various park locations on weekdays. Small parking lots makes it challenging to find RV parking at Virgin Islands National Park, but there is plenty of parking at the ferry building, which is a short walk away.
While it can be windy, it is usually best to visit this park in the summer because there is less likelihood of rain. While you cannot go RVing to Virgin Islands National Park, you will still want to explore this location. This RV guide to Virgin Islands National Park contains critical information, but you can also find out about current conditions at the National Park Service site.
- Spring 70-82 F
- Summer 75-88 F
- Fall 75-86 F
- Winter 72-82 F
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- Virgin Islands National Park Trunk Bay Individual Pass: $5
- Virgin Islands National Park Trunk Bay Individual Annual Pass: $20
- Virgin Islands National Park Trunk Bay Family Annual Pass: $30
- Virgin Islands National Park Mooring and Anchoring Fee: $26
- Virgin Islands National Park Mooring and Anchoring Fee: $13
Virgin Islands National Park Hiking Trails
There are more than 20 hiking trails at Virgin Islands National Park. Consider hiking along the Reef Bay Trail, which runs through Danish sugar plantation ruins and past pre-Colombian Taino rock carvings. The L'Esperance Trail runs past the island's only baobab, a sacred tree species, before ending at a beach. Birdwatching is often fantastic along the Francis Bay Trail, which leads hikers around a historic homestead and past salt ponds.
Virgin Islands National Park Trails
Things to do Outside Virgin Islands National Park
Snorkeling, diving and fishing are favorite things to do on St. John, but there are attractions to visit. The Annaberg Sugar Plantation showcases how sugar was raised on the island. Learn about the island's history by stopping at the Elaine Ione Sprauve Library and Museum of Cultural Arts. Of course, there are many beautiful beaches to relax on, with Honeymoon Beach being a favorite of many visitors. Dine on tacos at the neon yellow Lime Out food barge at Lime Inn. See world-class artwork while learning more about rum while visiting Bajo El Sol Gallery, Art Bar & Rum Room.
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RV Resorts & Campsites near Virgin Islands National Park
While there are no RV rentals near Virgin Islands National Park, there are terrific campgrounds to explore while tent camping. Most of these campgrounds near Virgin Islands National Park furnish tents in various styles. There is also one campground in the park. You can stay in tents furnished by a concessionaire at Cinnamon Bay Beach and Campground. Basic camping in the park costs $45 per night, but the price goes up quickly if you decide to upgrade. Camping outside the park costs about $70 per night for a mid-sized cabin.
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How to get to Virgin Islands National Park
Driving to Virgin Islands National Park is possible once you get to the island. Most travelers will fly into Cyril E. King Airport on neighboring St. Thomas Island. Then, drive east on Airport Road toward Moravian Highway. Turn onto Moravian Highway, which becomes Veterans Drive. Follow Veterans Drive. Once you reach Waterfront Highway, turn right and go until you come to East End Road. Turn left and continue until you reach Urman Victor Fredericks Marine Terminal. Catch a passenger or vehicle barge to Victor William Sewer Marine Facility. Walk or drive north along North Shore Road through a business district. You will see the park's visitor center in about 5 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Virgin Islands National Park is accessible for disabled visitors. The visitor center is accessible. Beaches have accessible paths, parking, restrooms, and beach wheelchairs available although ramps can get washed out or be inaccessible during storms or high swells. Several trails in the park are accessible as well.
Yes, pets are allowed at Virgin Islands National Park. Leashed pets are allowed on trails in the park, but pets are not allowed on park beaches.
Top things to do at Virgin Islands National Park include snorkeling at Trunk Bay Beach, hiking to Watermelon Cay, and visiting the Annaberg Sugar Plantation. There is lots of hiking, snorkeling, and playing on and in the water at this park!
Yes, there are designated camping spots at Virgin Islands National Park. Camping is allowed at the Cinnamon Bay Beach and Campground, where there are bare sites for tent camping, eco tents, and cottages available to rent.
Yes, reservations are required to camp at Virgin Islands National Park. Cinnamon Bay Beach & Campground is the only developed campground at the park, and visitors must reserve a spot to camp there.
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