You have got to do St. John!

You hear that from everyone who has visited the island and from those who live here...

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Trunk Bay

The most popular beach on St. John is undoubtedly Trunk Bay. It is known for its 650 feet of underwater snorkeling trail that includes identification signs on the bottom of the sea, describing the coral formations and fish that inhabit the waters. It’s educational and a fun way to spend the day. The beach is part of the National Park and it is the only beach with an admission fee ($5).

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Hawksnes T

One of St. John’s most convenient beaches, Hawksnest Beach offers picnic tables and barbecue grills. There is also plenty of parking. A great snorkeling reef starts close to shore.

3. Cinnamon Bay

One of the longest beaches in St. John’s National Park is Cinnamon Bay, it is about a mile long. There is good snorkeling to the right side of the beach, if you don’t mind the swim. Or check out the nature trail across from the campground that winds through plantation ruins and a wild cinnamon forest of bay rum trees.

4. s alomon Bay

Another favorite with the locals because it is accessible only by trail, either from Caneel Bay or along the Lind Point Trail out of Cruz Bay (about a mile walk, not challenging) and thus is mostly deserted. A perfect place for a relaxing day on the beach.

5. Honeymoon

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Honeymoon Beach is a pretty beach with sandy shoreline surrounded by sea grape and coconut trees. Hike the Lind Point Trail or shuttle from Caneel Bay. Rent a private cabana! Tacos & pizza for lunch and lobster and live music for dinner.

6. Caneel Bay

Caneel Bay Beach can be hiked to from Cruz Bay along the Lind Point Trail. It is the ultimate white sand beach. The water is usually very calm and shallow, perfect for a day of swimming and sunning. This

8. m a H o Bay

Maho Bay is great for children. The water is shallow and protected. Look carefully in the sand while snorkeling; you might see a stingray, just look for the outline in the sand.

9. GreaT Cruz Bay

This is the beach of the Westin Resort. So it is well kept and lined with beautiful palm trees. Great Cruz Bay is a great beach for kids and families. The water is calm with a mostly sandy bottom with some seagrass patches. Beach chairs, umbrellas and watersports rentals are available.

10. sCoTT BeaCH

This deserted beach at the Caneel Bay Resort property is accessible only by water, but is teeming with sea turtles, spotted eagle rays and starfish. Kayaking is a great way to explore this area.