St John is replete with stunning beaches, making it difficult to determine a favorite. Of all questions asked by Grande Bay guests and tourists alike, this is one of the most frequent. Fortunately, there are a plethora of choices for the St John wanderer to explore, each with it's own unique character. To keep it simple, and to allow for material for subsequent posts, we'll begin with the go-to, the fan favorite; Trunk Bay Beach. Some readers may disagree, but when pressed to name the one quintessential St John beach, Trunk Bay immediately comes to mind. Grande Bay Resort encourages guests to consider this world-famous spot as their "beginner" beach. "Beginner" meaning, it caters to all possible needs, is easy to access and manages to be breath-taking at the same time.
Trunk Bay offers a generous stretch of pristine white sand, with more usable beach space than it's narrower neighbors. The water is immaculate, nothing but an occasional silvery needlefish cutting through the surface, over the powdery bed of sand below. Not a rock, shell or strand of seaweed will disrupt your dip in the comfortably cool Caribbean Sea.
That is...unless you opt for a little adventure and circumnavigate the small island that sits only a few feet off shore. As mentioned previously, Trunk Bay offers a little of everything you might want from a tropical beach, including an underwater snorkeling trail! Full snorkel sets are available to rent for the day, along with beach chairs and lockers.
There is also a beach bar and grill for quick island snacks and drinks. There are several picnic tables and grills situated on a covered platform for a comfortable lunch spot, perfect for large groups. For those with safety concerns, fear not, Trunk Bay has two to four lifeguards on duty every day, and is usually very calm depending on the weather.
The most convenient benefit of Trunk Bay for families especially, are the full restrooms and shower facilities that are available until 4 pm, when the guard house closes. This is one of the National Park Service's largest beaches with the most convenient amenities, so there is a $4 charge during operating hours to off set the cost of the facilities and staff. For those who aren't able to rent a car, transportation is a breeze, with taxis coming and going all day until after 5 pm, for only a few dollars per person.
Depending on the number in your party and your taste for adventure...Trunk Bay may not end up being your favorite...however it would be tragic for a guest to have come and gone without at least stopping by to languish in the perfection of a late afternoon lap...
Few can deny that Trunk Bay is spectacular and very accessible, therefore, it can be the most crowded beach on St John during high season. Do you prefer seclusion? Do you prefer to hike your way to the reward of a deserted oasis? Stay tuned for Grande Bay's survey of St John beaches, along with more of your frequently asked questions!
Trunk Bay offers a generous stretch of pristine white sand, with more usable beach space than it's narrower neighbors. The water is immaculate, nothing but an occasional silvery needlefish cutting through the surface, over the powdery bed of sand below. Not a rock, shell or strand of seaweed will disrupt your dip in the comfortably cool Caribbean Sea.
That is...unless you opt for a little adventure and circumnavigate the small island that sits only a few feet off shore. As mentioned previously, Trunk Bay offers a little of everything you might want from a tropical beach, including an underwater snorkeling trail! Full snorkel sets are available to rent for the day, along with beach chairs and lockers.
There is also a beach bar and grill for quick island snacks and drinks. There are several picnic tables and grills situated on a covered platform for a comfortable lunch spot, perfect for large groups. For those with safety concerns, fear not, Trunk Bay has two to four lifeguards on duty every day, and is usually very calm depending on the weather.
The most convenient benefit of Trunk Bay for families especially, are the full restrooms and shower facilities that are available until 4 pm, when the guard house closes. This is one of the National Park Service's largest beaches with the most convenient amenities, so there is a $4 charge during operating hours to off set the cost of the facilities and staff. For those who aren't able to rent a car, transportation is a breeze, with taxis coming and going all day until after 5 pm, for only a few dollars per person.
Depending on the number in your party and your taste for adventure...Trunk Bay may not end up being your favorite...however it would be tragic for a guest to have come and gone without at least stopping by to languish in the perfection of a late afternoon lap...
Few can deny that Trunk Bay is spectacular and very accessible, therefore, it can be the most crowded beach on St John during high season. Do you prefer seclusion? Do you prefer to hike your way to the reward of a deserted oasis? Stay tuned for Grande Bay's survey of St John beaches, along with more of your frequently asked questions!
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