Love St. John. Love The Park.
Stunning beaches, miles of trails, marine life, fauna and flora in abundance, and a rich cultural history! Some 60% of St. John is Virgin Islands National Park and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument.
Founded in 1988, Friends of Virgin Islands National Park is the official philanthropic partner of the Park. The Friends assists and advises the National Park Service in assuring the Park's unique terrestrial and marine resources are protected, the Virgin Island's cultural treasures in the Park are preserved, and visitors and community are connected to their Park through volunteerism, education, and advocacy.
Thank you for making the work we do possible!
Happenings & Things To Do
Seminars, hikes, boat trips, and fun events. Our 2022/23 season schedule of over 275 happenings has something for everyone to explore and enjoy the park!
Sea Turtle Protection
Sea turtles are protected and endangered. Learn more about the turtles in our waters, what we are doing to protect them, and how you can help by being a responsible snorkeler and observer.
Caneel Bay
Redevelopment and Management Environmental Assessment & Public Comment Period
National Park Service released an Environmental Assessment for the Redevelopment and Management of Caneel Bay at Virgin Islands National Park. The public is invited to comment on the NPS preferred plan for 30 days beginning January 20, 2023.
Learn To Swim
Free Swim Lessons On First & Third Saturdays
Join us every first and third Saturday morning at Cinnamon Bay Beach! Learn how to swim, how to tread water, or refine your technique! Adults and kids ages 4+ are welcome!
Beach-to-Beach Power Swim 2023
The 20th Annual Beach-to-Beach 2023 Power Swim takes place on Sunday, May 28, 2023! Registration opens on Friday, February 10.
School Kids In The Park
Educators are encouraged to utilize the Park as a “living classroom." Friends facilitates trips to the park, classroom visits, and provides a library of resources for lesson planning.
Visit Annaberg
At one time, Annaberg was the largest plantation on the island and is well worth a visit for anyone interested in the history and culture. Learn from demonstrators and docents on site about some of the rich heritage on St. John.
St. John Voices
Stories of heritage, culture and natural history as told by born St. Johnians and resident scientists.
New Licence Plates
Friends Trunk Bay license plates expire on December 31, 2023 and all current Friends plates will be invalid after that date. Holders must change their plates to new Friends turtle license plates or Virgin Islands plates before the end of 2023.
Feel Good Gifting
Give gifts that keep on giving and support your beautiful St. John park this season! Stop by the Park Store in the National Park Visitor Center (Mon-Fri 8:15-1:30) or shop online.
Plan Your Visit
Stop by the National Park Visitor Center and Park Store in Cruz Bay for info, maps, tees, caps, and more. Monday to Friday from 8:15am to 1:30pm.
Annual Gala
Saturday, February 4, 2023
Thank you to everyone who supported this important fundraiser and bought raffle tickets and/or bid in our auction. Winners will be notified on February 6.
