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.

Established in 1988, Friends of Virgin Islands National Park works to help assure our unique terrestrial and marine resources are protected, our Virgin Islands' cultural treasures are preserved, and our visitors, youth, and community are connected to their Park through volunteerism and education. 

The work we do is made possible thanks to the support of people like you! Thank you!

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Plan Your Visit

Explore the Park! Experience the gifts of Virgin Islands National Park on land and by sea. 

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Beach To Beach Swim

Registration is open for the 23rd Annual Power Swim on Sunday, May 24, 2026. Participants swim from Maho to Cinnamon, to Trunk, or to Hawksnest.
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Trail Crew Volunteers

Week of March 30 volunteer trail crew work locations:
Tuesday: Europa Point Trail. Meet at Little Lameshur parking area at 10am.
Thursday Josie Gut historic site. Meet at Reef Bay trailhead at 9am.
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Sea Turtle Protection

Learn about the Virgin Islands National Park Sea Turtle Program and the challenges our sea turtle population face.

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Summer Trail Crew

This summer job opportunity for Virgin Island high school students ages 15 to 18 runs from June 8 to July 31, 2026.

 

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Summer Camp Coordinator Position

Help support Friends youth summer camp activities at Cinnamon Bay in June and July from Monday to Friday.

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Seminars, Hikes etc

Experience the gifts of Virgin Islands National Park through a series of hikes, seminars, demonstrations, boat trips, and more from October to June. 

Membership

Become A Member

Become a part of an amazing community for as little as $30 a year!  Your support matters! 

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Plan Your Snorkel

Whether you're a seasoned snorkeler or a newbie, our app helps you plan your snorkeling adventures. 

Growing Up In Cruz Bay

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. 

Learn To Swim 2024

Free Swim Lessons

All ages welcome on Saturday mornings at Cinnamon. Learn to swim or sign up to become an instructor or lifeguard. 

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Reef Bay Hike

Mondays & Tuesdays | Boat Pick Up At Beach

Reef Bay Hike is a guided hike that includes a boat pickup at the beach weather permitting. It is a great opportunity to learn about and explore the natural gifts and rich history of the island! 

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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. 

"I have lots of heroes: anyone and everyone who does whatever they can to leave the natural world better than they found it."

Dr. Sylvia Earle

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