Leinster Bay Trail in Virgin Islands National Park

Leinster Bay Trail

This easy trail leads to a beautiful spot to watch the sun rise or set.

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Leinster Bay Trail Details

This is a perfect trail if you want to stroll the shore and access some outstanding snorkeling at Watermelon Bay or around Watermelon Cay. This trail couldn't be easier: it's 2 miles round-trip, a hike that should take about 40 minutes with frequent stops to admire the beauty here and the views of islands off the coast. This can be a stunning sunrise or sunset spot, and one of the easiest to access.

Difficulty

Low

Distance

2 miles

Estimated time

20 minutes

Region

N/A

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Leinster Bay Trail

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0.1 mi away

Leinster Bay Beach

Rays, sea turtles, and starfish are among the snorkeling sights here.

0.5 mi away

Annaberg Point

This easy trail is a beautiful spot to watch the sun rise or set.

0.5 mi away

Leinster Bay

Bring your waterproof camera -- undersea wildlife abounds here.

0.7 mi away

Annaberg Sugar Mill Ruins

The extent of the ruins at the Annaberg Sugar Mill reveals quite a lot about the history of the island.

0.9 mi away

Brown Bay Trail

A seaside trail with the chance to see nesting or hatching turtles.