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.
Friends of Virgin Islands National Park is a non-profit organization and is the official philanthropic partner of the Park. The Friends supports the National Park Service in assuring the Park's unique terrestrial and marine resources are protected, the Virgin Islands' cultural treasures in the Park are preserved, and visitors and community are connected to their Park through volunteerism, education and advocacy.
The work we do is made possible thanks to the support of people like you! Thank you!
Become A Member
Renew or become a member during the month of May and you could win a turtle-y awesome raffle prize!
Beach To Beach Power Swim
The 22nd annual Joe Kessler’s Beach To Beach Power Swim takes place on Sunday, May 25, 2025 to raise funds for kids’ swim programs, marine conservation, education outreach and more!
Ocean Swimming Talk
Thursday, May 22 | 6-7pm | NPS Lindpoint Bldg
This is your chance to learn what it takes to be a distance open water swimmer and get some tips from a Power Swim GOAT! Marine biologist and ocean swimmer, Jeff Miller’s talk will include lessons learned crossing the Drake Channel from the BVI to St. John, circumnavigating the island, and swimming in Joe Kessler’s Beach To Beach Power Swim every year since the first event 22 years ago. A shuttle is available from the National Park Visitor Center in Cruz Bay at 5:30pm.
Free Swim Lessons
All ages welcome on Saturday mornings at Cinnamon. Learn to swim or sign up to become an instructor or lifeguard.
Things To Do
Explore the Park! Experience the gifts of Virgin Islands National Park through a series of hikes, seminars, demonstrations, and boat trips.
Sea Turtle Protection
Learn about the Virgin Islands National Park Sea Turtle Program and the challenges our sea turtle population face.
Plan Your Snorkel
Whether you're a seasoned snorkeler or a newbie, our app helps you plan your snorkeling adventures.
Volunteer On The Trails
Every Tuesday & Thursday
Help maintain the Park's beautiful trails. It is a great opportunity to explore new parts of St. John and make a difference!
St. John Voices
Here, St.John is an oral history. It serves to give voice to the heritage, culture and natural history of this island as told by born St. Johnians and resident scientists.
Dive Tender Intern Position
Friends is seeking a Scuba Diver/Dive Tender who will work with the NPS Virgin Islands National Park Dive Team to inspect and service mooring, regulatory and other public safety buoys in the park.
Boater Info
To protect coral and marine ecosystems, this is an anchorless park. Check out the mooring map and learn more about boating in the Park.
