The Best of St John
St John Beach Guide
BEST BEACH ON ST JOHN
Trunk Bay – You can’t beat St John’s most popular beach – ranked in the TOP 10 BEACHES by Condé Nast Traveler
MOST ROMANTIC BEACH ON ST JOHN
Salomon Bay beach – Off-the-beaten-path (literally), watersports rentals at Honeymoon beach!
Gibney Beach* – Beautiful, exotic and romantic …with wonderful *cottages for rent by the Gibney Family.
NOTE: There are several caterers on-island that can put together a tasty picnic lunch to make your day at the beach extra special.
BEST FAMILY BEACH
Maho Bay – Easy access, shallow water, plenty of shade.
Francis Bay beach – Easy parking, lots of beach with easy entry, shade and good snorkeling/swimming.
BEST BEACH BAR
Beach Bar – Wharfside in Cruz Bay – a perennial favorite!
Miss Lucy’s – Great brunch and drinks at the waters edge!
BEST SHADE BEACH
Maho Bay – Easy access, beautiful sandy beach with Seagrapes and coconut palms for shade.
BEST SNORKELING BEACH
Trunk Bay beach – Top beach in the Caribbean with the Virgin Islands National Park snorkeling trail.
Henley Cay – Staff Pick for Best Snorkeling on St John – Requires a kayak or charter
BEST WATER SPORTS BEACH
Honeymoon Bay beach – Off-the-beaten-path (literally), beach chairs, SUP and kayak rentals at the beach!
BEST SECLUDED BEACH
Denis Bay beach – Not on most maps. Private property above the tree line. Watch for north shore swells.
TOP ISLAND DESTINATIONS
Honeymoon Beach
HONEYMOON BEACH Honeymoon Beach is located within the Virgin Islands National Park – and is one of 7 beaches that make up the CLOSED Caneel Bay Resort. NOTE: Honeymoon Beach has a concession with food, drink, and chairs. Honeymoon Beach is a long white sand beach facing north across Durloe Channel. The beach is fairly narrow and steep; offering ample shade from Seagrapes and palm trees behind the beach. Snorkeling at Honeymoon Beach Just off the beach you’ll find seagrass beds and patch coral. This is a great place to...
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MAHO BAY BEACH Maho Bay beach is a favorite among Islanders and tourists. Not only does it boast beautiful white sand and the shade of towering coconut palms – but it’s convenience makes it the perfect St John beach for families and kids. HOW TO GET TO MAHO BAY From Cruz Bay – take Rte 20 ( North Shore Road) approximately 5 miles. There is a small parking area beach side or a larger parking area at the eastern end of the beach. On the western side – you’ll find restrooms, a covered pavilion...
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WATERLEMON CAY, ST JOHN Waterlemon Cay / Leinster Bay is the #1 top snorkeling spot on St John; and for good reason. With a gentle hike and stunning cay, a mix of seagrasses and coral, sand and cobblestones – this destination delivers enough adventure for all ages, experience levels and abilities. HOW TO GET TO WATERLEMON CAY From Cruz Bay – head west ( left as you face St John) up the hill on Rte 20 ( North Shore Road). You’ll follow the twisting road for about 5 mi – passing Caneel Bay Resort, Hawksnest,...
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GIBNEY BEACH Gibney Beach is located on St John’s beautiful North Shore. The property behind the beach belongs to descendants of the Gibney family. The family’s property is surrounded by the VI National Park. HOW TO GET TO GIBNEY BEACH From Cruz Bay – take Rte 20 ( North Shore Road) approximately 2 miles – just beyond Hawksnest Beach. You’ll pass a white picket fence marking the Gibney’s property. Immediately after the fence is the gated entrance to Oppenheimer Beach and Gibney Beach. Parking is...
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ST JOHN CHARTERS CharterBoat Type/SizePassengersServicesRatesContact Asante Sailing ChartersMONOHULL SAILBOAT 1989 Brewer 441-6 pplSailing, Snorkeling, All-Inclusive, Exploring the Islands surrounding St. John$175-$900 1/2. Full, private tours404-408-9077 sailingasante.com Big Blue ExcursionsPOWERBOAT 21' Grady White CATAMARAN Fountaine Pajot 481-11 ppl Grady 1-10 ppl CAT'snorkel, BVIs$550-$750+ Grady $1,350+ CAT'(340) 201-3045 bigblue-usvi.com Blue Water ChartersPOWERBOAT WorldCat1-6 pplsnorkeling, BVIs, Bar...
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