Island of St. John
St. John Beaches
Solomon Beach - is a small and enchanting spot under the palms at the base of the trail leading from behind the National Park headquarters in Cruz Bay, up to a beautiful panoramic vista and back down again to Solomon Bay.
Honeymoon Beach – At least as beautiful, Honeymoon Beach can be accessed from the trail leading to Solomon Beach.
Caneel Bay - Internationally known as one of the finest resorts in the Caribbean, it boasts several of its own terrific beaches that are available to the public. Check to make sure you're not trespassing on their property, or that you have their permission to traverse their property prior to reaching the public beach. This is a great place to unwind at the end of the day with a drink on their upper veranda. Great sunset watching!
Hawksnest Beach - Bathrooms, changing facilities, picnic tables, and grills are available. Park your car and walk no more than twenty yards through palm trees to your perfect blanket laying spot. Hawksnest is one of the beaches for easy accessibility to anyone with physical challenges.
Trunk Bay - The most renowned beach on the islands, and probably in the Caribbean. Certainly the most photographed and printed beach in the island magazines. This is probably due to its picture perfect view from North Shore Road. A combination of the underwater snorkeling trail, water sports kiosk, concession stand, excellent changing and bathroom facilities, and lifeguards on duty, make this a beach not to be missed. The National Park Service charges a fee for entry.
Peter Bay - not really accessible as you need permission to enter the Peter Bay community to reach the beach, but nonetheless a small sandy jewel in the midst of spectacular private homes. The adventurous might sailboard or kayak there from Cinnamon Bay and quite frankly it's worth the journey.
Cinnamon Bay - Camping, water sports, endless white sand, a restaurant, concessions, and a small general store compliment one of the nicest beaches on the island. Clean and well maintained facilities (bathrooms, changing rooms, and showers) are available for public use. Concrete bungalows and tents can be rented in the woods or near the beach. One of our favorite beaches.
Maho Bay - Camping, etc......secluded and quiet. Restaurant and ecologically conscious grounds and accommodations. Neat place!
Maho Bay Beach - is immediately accessible from the North Shore Rd. and is very easy access for the physically challenged.
Francis Bay – Beautiful large sandy beach. Bathroom, picnic tables and charcoal grills.
Leinster Bay – Not a great beach, but Waterlemon Cay is a tiny island with great snorkeling about 200 yards off shore. Go to the end of the beach and walk along the trial to make the swim to Waterlemon Cay.
Salt Pond Bay - Secluded and beautiful with great snorkeling. 10 minute walk from the parking lot. Bathroom facility, no showers. If you make it this far, then you're a true adventurous sort and shouldn't give up until you make the 2.2 mile hike out and back to the immense and stoic Ram's Head Point. Ram's Head is a spectacular moderate hike that can be very hot. This is a physically demanding trek, so take water, sunscreen and your meditation books. Definitely a place to ask the universal questions about life and existence.
Lameshur Bays - Two pretty bays side by side. Bathroom facility, no showers. Can be accessed by car but some rental car agents restrict going to this beach.
