The 13 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 8 guides that rank for "best beaches in st john"
Named by 6 of 81. Trunk BaySt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsOften called the most famous beach on St. John, with over a quarter mile of white sand.An underwater snorkel trail runs just off the beach, and lifeguards are on duty.
Named by 6 of 82. Cinnamon BaySt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsThe largest beach on St. John, so it is easy to spread out even on busy days.It has a campground, bathrooms and a water-sports rental kiosk for paddle boards and kayaks.
Named by 6 of 83. Maho BaySt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsSheltered with a shallow grade, it is described as the best St. John beach for swimming.Snorkelers have a good chance of seeing sea turtles here.
Named by 4 of 84. Leinster BaySt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsCalled the best St. John beach for snorkeling, reached by a 1.1 mile hike.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name December to April as the best time to visit St. John.
The shore is mildly rocky and there are no amenities beyond pit toilets at the trailhead.
Named by 4 of 85. Hawksnest BeachSt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsIt has a large parking lot close to the sand, picnic pavilions and flush toilets.Because it is near the Cruz Bay ferry dock it is the most crowded of the Caneel Bay area beaches.
Named by 3 of 86. Salt Pond BaySt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsA short walk from a parking lot on the southeast coast, with good snorkeling and tidal pools.The Ram Head Trail starts here and leads to a lookout over the bay.
Named by 3 of 87. Francis BaySt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsFrancis Bay is one of the lesser-known beaches that should not be overlooked.It lies along the north coast heading east.
Named by 3 of 88. Salomon BeachSt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsReached by a trail of about 15 minutes from a cul-de-sac, so going early means few people.It is listed among the lesser-known beaches worth visiting.
Named by 3 of 89. Waterlemon CaySt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsMentioned as a contender to represent the U.S. Virgin Islands among top Caribbean beaches.The Annaberg ruins overlook Watermelon Cay, described as a hot spot for turtles.
Named by 2 of 810. Lameshur BaySt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsA way to escape crowds along the rugged south coast, reached by a bumpy dirt road.The sand is beautiful and the snorkeling is excellent.
Named by 2 of 811. Jumbie BaySt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsListed among the lesser-known beaches worth visiting.
12. Honeymoon BeachSt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsListed among the lesser-known beaches worth visiting.
13. Caneel BaySt. John, U.S. Virgin IslandsSeven beaches on 170 acres, all open to the public.
Named by 6 of 81. Trunk BayOften called the most famous beach on St. John, with over a quarter mile of white sand.An underwater snorkel trail runs just off the beach, and lifeguards are on duty.
Named by 6 of 82. Cinnamon BayThe largest beach on St. John, so it is easy to spread out even on busy days.It has a campground, bathrooms and a water-sports rental kiosk for paddle boards and kayaks.
Named by 6 of 83. Maho BaySheltered with a shallow grade, it is described as the best St. John beach for swimming.Snorkelers have a good chance of seeing sea turtles here.
Named by 4 of 84. Leinster BayCalled the best St. John beach for snorkeling, reached by a 1.1 mile hike.
