Virgin Islands National Park
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Virgin Islands at a glance
- Best time
- August–October
- Trip length
- 3–5 days
- Don't miss
- Hike the Lind Point Trails
- Nearby city
- St. John, VI
Explore this park
About Virgin Islands National Park
Go beyond Virgin Islands National Park's stunning white-sand beaches. Hike to historic plantation sites to learn about a challenging past when sugar and enslaved labor dominated life on the island. Visit the Indigenous Taino's ancient petroglyphs. Snorkel coral reefs to discover hidden marine life. Two-thirds of the island of St. John is national park, making it a unique destination for visitors.
Weather Information
Mostly Perfect! The Tradewinds (the Easterlies) dominate the weather in the Virgin Islands, blowing east to west across the tropical Atlantic. The winter tends to bring stronger winds and less rain, and the summer tends to bring more rain and lighter winds. Be sure to check the forecast often during hurricane season or winter swell events.
Operating Hours
Virgin Islands National Park Visitor Center
Virgin Islands National Park is always open! The Visitor Center and store are open from 8:15 a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday - Thursday and 8:15 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Fridays. It is closed on weekends, the Fourth of July, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.
- Monday8:15AM - 4:00PM
- Tuesday8:15AM - 4:00PM
- Wednesday8:15AM - 4:00PM
- Thursday8:15AM - 4:00PM
- Friday8:15AM - 1:30PM
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
Common questions
Planning Virgin Islands
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics — check Alerts for live updates.
No park-wide entry reservation is required for Virgin Islands. Cave tours, campgrounds, or activity passes may still need advance booking — see Overview on this page for fees, hours, and what to book ahead.
