Experts' Choice Award Loterie Farm
What the experts agree on
St. Martin's lushest sanctuary offers easy rainforest hikes, thrilling zip-line canopy tours, and a spring-fed pool ringed by cabanas—ideal for mixing adventure with relaxation on 135 acres near Pic du Paradis.
“Visitors can hike, lounge in a pool cabana or even take a zip line through the treetops on the 135 acres of forest and farmland located near the foot of Pic du Paradis.”
– U.S. News & World Report
Fodor's "Almost halfway up the road to Pic Paradis is a peaceful 150-acre private nature preserve, opened to the public in 1999 by American expat B. J. Welch. There are trail maps, so you can hike..." Full review
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Don't miss a treetop lunch or dinner at Hidden Forest Café, Loterie Farm's restaurant, where Julie Perkis cooks delicious, healthy meals and snacks.
Travel + Leisure "If you want to increase your heart rate, head over to Loterie Farm, where you can tour the rainforest by zip line. The area is also a good launching spot for ambitious hikers."
Eater "Loterie Farm is a sexy eco-resort where energetic visitors can hop on ziplines or hike in the tropical hills — but most people flaunt their beach bodies by the Jungle Pool. The..."
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Frommer's "Located along the turnoff to Pic du Paradis halfway between Marigot and Grand Case, this splendid sanctuary -- by far the greenest spot on island -- merits a stop." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"You can explore the lush grounds on an easy 45-minute tropical forest hike (maps provided) or a one-hour treetop canopy tour with a high-ropes course, zip lines and elevated bridges. " Full review
Travel + Leisure "One of the best places on St. Martin to enjoy the island's rich, forested interior. The reserve has its own zip-lining course...opt for drinks at the location’s "jungle pool" or a snack at the onsite"
