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!
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 9-1:30) or shop online.
Life Guard Training
Friends of Virgin Islands National Park and St John Rescue are hosting an American Red Cross Blended Learning Lifeguarding course Friday, December 9th, from 3 pm until 6 pm, Saturday, December 10th, from 8 am until 6 pm, and Sunday, December 11th, from 8 am until 6 pm at the St. John Rescue Building with Barbara Bertram of the St. Thomas Swim Club as the instructor.
Villas For The Park
November 11 to 25, 2022
Bidding on the 2022 auction is now closed! Thank you for contributing to the success of our 6th Annual Villas For The Park auction!
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. 9 to 1:30.
St. John Voices
Stories of heritage, culture and natural history as told by born St. Johnians and resident scientists.
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.
Playground Project
NPS and Friends are rebuilding the playground in front of the Visitor Center that was damaged in the 2017 hurricanes.
