Meads Bay

Overview

Meads Bay is a serene and picturesque beach located on the north shore of St. John, known for its soft white sand and clear turquoise waters. It's a perfect spot for swimming, snorkeling, and sunbathing, offering a peaceful escape from the more crowded beaches.

Meads Bay is a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking a tranquil beach experience with excellent snorkeling opportunities.

Swimming Snorkeling Sunbathing

Location

Address

Coordinates: 18.18253296, -63.13506713

Neighborhood: Cane Bay

Coordinates

18.182533, -63.135067

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

tuesday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

wednesday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

thursday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

saturday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

sunday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

$5 (park fee)

Children

$3 (park fee)

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May, November-January

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds, calmer waters

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

2 hours

Recommended

4-5 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

warm and pleasant

• vibrant marine life
• clear waters

summer

hot and humid

• warm waters
• long daylight hours

autumn

warm to cool

• calm seas
• fewer tourists

winter

cool and breezy

• cooler temperatures
• calm waters

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Bring your own supplies
No lifeguards on duty
Check tide schedules

What to Bring

essential

swimsuit towel sunscreen

seasonal

light jacket umbrella

not allowed

glass containers pets

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: low

• strong currents
• sharp corals

Medical facilities: first aid kit available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

USD

Typical Costs

parking $5

rentals $20/hour

food $15

Dress Code

swimwear, comfortable beachwear, water shoes or flip-flops, glass containers, pets

Booking Tips

• 1-2 weeks
• local tour operators
• 48 hours
• N/A

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

Virgin Islands National Park App

Size: 30 MB

Features: Map, Tide schedules, Park information

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Nearby cafes

Charging Stations: N/A

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Cyril E. King Airport (STT)

Distance: 35 km

Travel Time: 1 hour

taxi

$60 1 hour

public_transport

$10 1.5 hours

From City Center

Distance: 5 km

car

$10 10 min

ferry

$5 20 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Peaceful and beautiful

Historical Significance: Part of the Virgin Islands National Park

Insider Tips

Best snorkeling near the rocks
Early mornings are the least crowded

Local Recommendations

• Try local rum
• Visit nearby Trunk Bay

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hello

thank_you Thank you

where_is Where is

how_much How much

beautiful Beautiful

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Spanish

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Beach entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Wide angle

Result: Beautiful sunset shots

#beachlife

Snorkeling spot

Best Time: Mid-morning

Tips: Underwater

Result: Colorful marine life

#snorkeling

Photography Rules

allowed areas entire beach

prohibited areas private property

flash photography allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy restricted

tripod policy allowed

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Trunk Bay

Distance: 2km

Walking: 25 min

Type: Beach

Honeymoon Beach

Distance: 3km

Walking: 40 min

Type: Beach

Reviews

4.7

Based on 850 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Visit early"
"Bring plenty of water"
"Great snorkeling"

Contact Information

+1 340-775-6070

info@virginislandsnationalpark.com

www.nps.gov/viis

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