Plan Your Visit

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Welcome to Virgin Islands National Park!

This park is open every day.
The Cruz Bay Visitor Center is open Monday-Thursday from 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 8:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. except the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Virigin Islands National Park offers many wonders whether you're interested in hiking, boating, snorkeling, or just taking in the view.
Pre-trip planning is important. Most of the basic information you will need is available on this website. Below are a few quick-links to some of the more often sought information.

 

Marine Visitor Use Information

 

Kids & Youth

Find out what there is to do and how to become a Junior Ranger

Snorkeling

Find out where to snorkeling in Virgin Islands National Park. Photo by Zola Roper YCC Class of 2017

Ranger Guided Tours

Visit our Ranger Programs and Guided Tours page for more information.

Boating in the Park

Boating information, best places to snorkel, and more.

Take a Hike

Virgin Islands National Park offers more than 30 trails. We have something for everyone.

Park Ranger What's That?

Discover what you might see on your next visit or what you saw while you were here.

Photo Gallery

View our wide selection of photos and video. Many are available for you to download.

Pets

Information on Pets in the Virgin Islands National Park Photo by Photo by Laurie Gouley

Marine Hazards to Avoid

Some of the marine creatures have stinging cells or sharp barbs so it is best to not touch anything while snorkeling or swimming.

Accessibility

Visit our accessibility page to learn about options in the Virgin Islands National Park

Safety

We want you to have the best experience possible so check out how to keep yourself safe while visiting us

Zika & Other Mosquito-Borne Diseases

Mosquito-borne diseases are common in the tropics find out here how to protect yourself.