Saltpond Bay Trailhead

Access to a trio of trails on the southeastern tip of the island, with a parking area -- what more could you ask for?

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Saltpond Bay Trailhead Details

This small parking area four miles south of Coral Bay marks the trailhead to Saltpond Bay Trail, a quarter-mile hike to Saltpond Bay; Drunk Bay Trail, a quarter-mile trail to the rocky Drunk Bay; and the Ram Head Trail, a 0.9-mile trail to one of the best sunset (or sunrise) views on the island.

Difficulty

Low

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Region

South Shore

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Saltpond Bay Trailhead

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Saltpond Bay Trailhead

A trio of trailheads on the southeastern tip of the island with a parking area: what more could you ask for?

0.2 mi away

Saltpond Bay Trail

The pond may look like it has foam on it, but it's just salt left behind as water evaporates.

0.2 mi away

Saltpond Bay

A seldom-visited and picturesque bay that's easy to access.

0.4 mi away

Ram Head Trail

A stunning spot for sunrise and sunset; plan your hike accordingly.

0.4 mi away

Drunk Bay Trail

Drunk Bay is perhaps the last beach you'll discover on St. John.