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Trunk BayTrunk Bay may have gotten its name from its population huge leatherback turtles, which resemble steamer trunks if you're Mr. Magoo.
Virgin Islands
Framed by turquoise water and white-sand beaches, Virgin Islands National Park protects tropical forests, coral reefs, and historic ruins on St. John.
Top Stops
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Point of interest
Cinnamon Bay TrailOn this hike through a sub-tropical forest you may encounter plants and animals you've never seen.
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Information
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Basic Information
Fees & ReservationsVirgin Islands National Park is free, but there are fees for certain activities and accessing some areas of the park.
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Basic Information
Driving DirectionsMost visitors take a ferry from St. Thomas to Virgin Islands National Park.
Auto Tour
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Centerline Road
Centerline Road (Highway 10)Centerline Road, or Highway 10, goes through the middle of the island and terminates on the East End.
East End Road
East End Road (Highway 107)Highway 107 will take you to the southeastern flank of the island.
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North Shore
North Shore Road (Highway 20)Highway 20 passes a number of notable spots as it follows St. John's northern shore.
Hiking
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Point of interest
Lind Point TrailAn easy hike that carries guests from the visitors center to a pair of beautiful beaches.
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Beach Access
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Point of interest
Trunk BayTrunk Bay may have gotten its name from its population huge leatherback turtles, which resemble steamer trunks if you're Mr. Magoo.
Point of interest
Gibney BeachThis limited-access beach is a bit of a secret spot; get there if you can.
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Jumbie Bay BeachJumbie Bay Beach never gets crowded, but there's not much shade here, so limit your sun exposure.
Snorkeling
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Point of interest
Trunk BayTrunk Bay may have gotten its name from its population huge leatherback turtles, which resemble steamer trunks if you're Mr. Magoo.
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Hawksnest Bay BeachHawksnest Bay Beach is perfect for sunning, swimming, or snorkeling.
Point of Interest
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Virgin Island Coral Reef National MonumentSurrounding St. John is the Virgin Island Coral Reef National Monument.
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Parking
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Point of interest
Peace Hill TrailOn top of this bluff you'll find gorgeous views and the remnants of a windmill.
Point of interest
Trunk BayTrunk Bay may have gotten its name from its population huge leatherback turtles, which resemble steamer trunks if you're Mr. Magoo.
Point of interest
Hawksnest Bay BeachHawksnest Bay Beach is perfect for sunning, swimming, or snorkeling.
Camping
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Point of interest
Cinnamon Bay CampgroundThe park's only campground has cottages, tents, and bare sites.
Lodging
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Point of interest
Caneel Bay ResortThe Caneel Bay Resort is a five star resort with 166 accommodations -- "a study in casual luxury."
Restrooms
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Point of interest
Trunk BayTrunk Bay may have gotten its name from its population huge leatherback turtles, which resemble steamer trunks if you're Mr. Magoo.
Point of interest
Hawksnest Bay BeachHawksnest Bay Beach is perfect for sunning, swimming, or snorkeling.
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Cinnamon Bay CampgroundThe park's only campground has cottages, tents, and bare sites.
Food
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Point of interest
Trunk BayTrunk Bay may have gotten its name from its population huge leatherback turtles, which resemble steamer trunks if you're Mr. Magoo.
Point of interest
Hawksnest Bay BeachHawksnest Bay Beach is perfect for sunning, swimming, or snorkeling.
Point of interest
Caneel Bay ResortThe Caneel Bay Resort is a five star resort with 166 accommodations -- "a study in casual luxury."
Support
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Friends of Virgin Island National ParkThis amazing park benefits from a legion of volunteers who work to protect, preserve, and promote its resources.
Nearby Parks Around Virgin Islands
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Virgin Islands
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Virgin Islands National Park
St. John is considered one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean, and much credit for that can go to Laurance Rockefeller, a wealthy philanthropist who donated much of the land that now constitutes Virgin Islands National Park.
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Virgin Islands National Park Visitor Center
The national park is open daily, and the visitor center is closed only on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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Virgin Islands Visitor Center
The national park is open daily, and the visitor center is closed only on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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Biosphere Reserve Center
Designated a protected area by UNESCO, the park is an important research center.
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Honeymoon Beach
Honeymoon beach is just a ten-minute walk west along the gravel track from Little Caneel Beach. The path begins near the Virgin Islands National Park sign off the North Shore Road.
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Lind Point Trail
This trail is perfect for day trippers who want to hike, see a beach, and enjoy a little outdoor time.
