Parrot Bay to Petroglyphs
Hiking Route
· US Virgin Islands
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David Peronnet
Quick and moderate trek to St. John island petroglyphs.
moderate
Distance 7 km
2:10 h
128 m
114 m
49 m
-2 m
Trail head starts at Parrot Bay trail with steep desent to beach. Trek follows beach for most of the distance with a short rock scramble, around point, to Genti Bay. Reef Bay Trail (NPS) meets beach at clear trail access. Follow Reef Bay trail to Petroglyph Trail spur. Same way back.
Author’s recommendation
Wear sturdy shoes that may get wet.
Difficulty
moderate
Stamina
Experience
Landscape
Highest point
49 m
Lowest point
-2 m
Track types
Show elevation profileSafety information
The rock scramble around point has very sharp stone edges. Flip flop type sandles are discouraged.Tips and hints
Morning hike is cooler with more shade.
Hike at low tide to reduce water crossings.
Start
Parrot Bay trail head. (27 m)
Coordinates:
DD
18.318438, -64.756676
DMS
18°19'06.4"N 64°45'24.0"W
UTM
20Q 314346 2026311
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Destination
Petroglyphs
Note
all notes on protected areas
Parking
Small dirt parking area at road shoulder.Coordinates
DD
18.318438, -64.756676
DMS
18°19'06.4"N 64°45'24.0"W
UTM
20Q 314346 2026311
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Arrival by train, car, foot or bike
Equipment
2 liters of water minimum.
shoes
quick dry clothing
camera
raingear if hiked in afternoon.
Difficulty
moderate
Distance
7 km
Duration
2:10 h
Ascent
128 m
Descent
114 m
Highest point
49 m
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Lowest point
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