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!
Things To Do
Explore the Park! Experience the gifts of Virgin Islands National Park through a series of hikes, seminars, demonstrations, and boat trips including the iconic guided Reef Bay Trail Hike with a boat pickup at the bottom, and a unique guided Sea Turtle Boat Trip and Snorkel.
Power Swim
Registration is open for the 22nd Joe Kessler's Beach To Beach Power Swim that takes place on Sunday, May 25, 2025.
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!
Eight Scholarships Awarded
Friends has awarded eight scholarships totaling $37,500 to Virgin Islands youth studying at the undergraduate level in 2025-26. Special congratulations to first time recipients: Justin Richards and Valorie Gore.
Plan Your Snorkel
Whether you're a seasoned snorkeler or a newbie, our app helps you plan your snorkeling adventures.
Sea Turtle Protection
Learn about the Virgin Islands National Park Sea Turtle Program and the challenges our sea turtle population face.
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.
Free Swim Lessons
All ages welcome on Saturday mornings at Cinnamon. Learn to swim or sign up to become an instructor or lifeguard.
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.
Become A Member
Our members are an awesome community who share our passion for Virgin Islands National Park and support the work we do. Join us!
