St John is part of the US Virgin Islands. Noted for its beaches, St. John is a paradise under US territorial control. Soft white sands contrast against picture perfect blue waters on this island, satisfying even the most demanding epicurean’s need for paradise adventure!

St John beaches are on National Park lsland and open to the public, unless they land in front of hotels or resorts. The north shore has the best beaches in St John, such as Trunk Bay.

Voted one of the "Ten Best Beaches in The World", Trunk Bay is one of the most magnificent beaches in St John. Trunk Bay is home to a well known underwater snorkeling trail. The trail contains is 650 feet long, so expect it to be crowded with many large groups during high season.

The Caneel Bay Resort is one of the few St. John resorts that allow public visitors. Ask the front desk guide at the Caneel Bay Resort for a day pass, its well worth the trouble and another good snorkeling spot! You can also find a concession nearby that rents water sports equipment.

Honeymoon Bay is one of the St John beaches popular with the hiking crowd and home to Honeymoon Beach St John. Honeymoon Beach St John is usually tranquil and deserted since it’s not accessible by car. Catch the hiking trail from Cruz Bay. It’s a light hike to Honeymoon Beach St John, but well worth effort. After you arrive, take a dip in the cool refreshing water. Don;t forget to bring along a back pack filled with bottled water and a light lunch for a perfect afternoon at this delightful beach.

There are even two campgrounds maintained by The National Park Service, one at Maho Bay and another at Cinnamon Bay.

Cinnamon Bay is another one of the beaches in St John that is a good spot for the outdoor enthusiast. Rent kayaks or mountain bikes, or as with most beaches in St John, spend the entire day snorkeling. Great for an all day adventure, or relaxing fun in the sun.

Maho Bay is one of the St John Beaches loved by boaters. Come on the weekend to look out at boats across the turquoise blue waters. This is a good place to bring children because it’s rather shallow. You might even spot a turtle or ray on this St. John beach!

Other notable St John beaches are Salomon Bay (not accessible by road and also fairly deserted), Hawknest Beach (popular with the locals and a bit crowded on weekends), Francis Bay (a good place for bird watching) and Waterlemon Beach (a good location for spotting sea turtles).

St John beaches are famous for their snorkeling and diving. There are several dive shops on the island that offer excellent dive packages and others that allow you to walk right off the beach and into the water with the tank on your back. Otherwise, snorkeling is a must! Bring a mask and fins along on your next St. John vacation. Follow the signs in and around the coral reefs that identify the various sea life, courtesy of the St. John National Park Service.