Experts' Choice Award Trunk Bay Beach
What the experts agree on
Trunk Bay's pearly sand and crystalline waters are legendary, plus an underwater snorkeling trail with labeled coral identifies sea life—just expect crowds, especially midday.
“St. John's most-photographed beach is also the preferred spot for beginning snorkelers because of its underwater trail.”
– Fodor's
Travel + Leisure "Visitors shouldn’t miss the snorkeling trail... with plaques on the ocean floor identifying different types of coral and fish." Full review
Lonely Planet "The sandy stretch is scenic, but it often gets packed." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"To some, Trunk Bay is the Mecca of beaches. You'll be hard-pressed to find another Caribbean beach with sand quite so pearly or water so aquamarine...maintains its otherworldly serenity " Full review
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I recommend going early in the morning.
Independent "Voters loved Trunk Bay, St Johns, for its natural feel, clear waters and hot climate – the average annual temperature in the US Virgin Islands is 27.3C."
