St. John
An island that guards its territory and its past
Though the smallest of the three major islands that comprise the United States Virgin Islands, St. John is well-known for being the best protected. This gem of the US Virgin Islands gives visitors many adventure options with its outstanding natural beauty and diversity both on land and underwater. The island is made welcoming by the mild trade breezes and the amiable inhabitants.
St. John residents are usually happy to talk about their culture and history. Former sugar plantation Annaberg Sugar Plantation hosts concerts, art and craft fairs, and exhibitions. See the restored remnants of the property on the self-guided Annaberg Historic Trail. Along Reef Bay Trail in Virgin Islands National Park, one can see petroglyphs made by the Arawak Indians. Come help experts at the Cinnamon Bay archeological site unearth 500 years of Taino Indian holy ceremonies if you’re feeling up to it.
The beaches of St. John are different and breathtakingly beautiful. You will discover what you are looking for, whatever your desires. Recline on the well-known Trunk Bay Beach. Savour a more private moment on Salt Pond Bay’s remote beach. Maho Bay Beach’s tranquil, shallow waters are especially good for younger kids, and families will love its vibe. Take action and pick from a variety of sports on Cinnamon Bay Beach, including kayaking, windsurfing, and snorkeling, all of which are only a short distance from dry land.
Aside from its pristine sand beaches, St. John has equally amazing aquatic activities. Hundreds of invertebrates, forty different kinds of corals, and over 500 different fish species await you whether you are a novice diver or an expert one. A mere sampling of the abundance of marine species that inhabit these seabeds are blue surgeonfish, big-eyed trevally, king triggerfish, lobsters, and neon gobies.
Would like further information on St. John? To continue your tour of St. John and learn about other U.S. Virgin Islands locations, such as St. Thomas and St. Croix, go to visitUSVI.com. See firsthand why the people adore their islands so much!