Top Things to do in St. John
The 10 Best Reefs in St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands
Ecotourism is alive and kicking on St. John. There's more than enough to do on land, from watching for wildlife in the national park to hiking miles of trails or strolling sandy white beaches. Hit the water for amazing snorkeling, swimming, even underwater photography—of course. This is the Caribbean, after all.
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1. Carvel Rock
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
A cluster of rocks, some steeply sloping and circuitous, making for a dramatic dive.
2. Eagle Shoals
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
This reef plateau has a hollow center accessible by swim-throughs and tunnels.
3. Leinster Bay
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4.5 based on 163 reviews
A rocky, windswept bay on the northern coast of St. John.
Reviewed By Beachgirl42 - Woodstock, United States
This was one of our favorite hikes. Beautiful walk and hike in. Encourage going the entire trail up to the Great House! Passed some sweet donkeys along the trail. Brilliant views. Snorkeled at Watermelon Cay afterwords. Gorgeous.
4. Waterlemon Cay
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4.5 based on 923 reviews
A short swim from Leinster Bay, you'll find some of the best snorkeling on this small island, with its plethora of marine life.
Reviewed By GJL79 - Walkersville, United States
This is our favorite place to snorkel on St. John's. Wear sneakers and walk on a gentle hike for about a mile, from the Sugar Mill parking lot and then enjoy the beautiful view. Swim around the tiny island just offshore. The live coral is beautiful and there are lots of fish, sea turtles, birds and starfish to observe. Be sure to use plenty of sunscreen so you do not get sunburned. If you plan to picnic after your swim, be sure to either hang your bag in a nearby tree, carry it in a thick plastic cooler or leave your food in your car. The mongoose steal food from backpacks and plastic bags when no one is around.
5. Tektite
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
The clear waters of this cove, once the site of an underwater NASA research station, make for excellent diving.
Reviewed By lccTulum_Mexico - Collegeville, United States
My husband and I hiked this trail in the morning. We were the only ones in it. Spectacular views and a nice work out. It gets hot so go early. A dip in Little Lameshur Bay afterwards was perfect.
6. Ledges of Little St. James
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
The crystal-clear and calm waters of the Ledges and its towers of Pillar Coral make it a popular snorkeling site.
7. Honeymoon Beach
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4.5 based on 820 reviews
Nestled at Caneel Bay, this picture perfect, palm fringed beach boasts a colorful coral reef perfect for snorkeling.
Reviewed By SATerribleTwins
It was so nice to spend a day here. We took the ferry over from Red Hook where we were staying, and hiked the Lind Point trail over to Solomen's Beach and Honeymoon Beach. Beautiful sand, water, snorkeling. Tasty drinks at beach bar. They even had music under a tent the day we visited. A trip highlight for sure.
8. Flanagan's Cay
9. Congo Cay
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
A rocky dive site with a sandy bottom full of various species of rays.
10. Two Brothers
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4.0 based on 1 reviews
This popular dive site consists of small rocks with underwater ledges that support a wide variety of fish life, coral and sponges; time your visit when the currents are not running.
