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Virgin Islands National Park hiking guide

Reef Bay Trail

A 5.7-mile out-and-back with 1,530 ft of climbing in Central, rated easy.

Key facts

Length
5.7 mi (9.2 km)
Elevation gain
1,530 ft (467 m)
Route type
Out and back
Difficulty
Easy
Area
Central

About Reef Bay Trail

Descend through a lush jungle, passing ancient Taino petroglyphs and historic sugar plantation ruins. The trail culminates at a beautiful beach, offering a chance to swim and relax. Along the way, explore remnants of a bygone era amidst a vibrant tropical landscape.

Route map

Route map of Reef Bay Trail in Virgin Islands National Park1 miN
Start and finishNorth is up. Drawn from the route in the Parka app.

Nearby in Central

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