Is Trunk Bay or Cinnamon Bay better?

Both are recommended by professional travelers. Overall, Trunk Bay scores slightly higher than Cinnamon Bay. Trunk Bay scores 87 with approval from 3 publications such as Fodor's, Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure.



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Trunk Bay is considered one of the best beaches in the Caribbean, if not the world. A regular contender for the best beach spot in Condé Nast Traveler magazine and cited most beautiful beach in the world by the National Geographic Society, Trunk Bay certainly has a lot to live up to.

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Considered the most beautiful beach on the island and often called the most pristine in the Caribbean, Trunk Bay's clear, warm waters and silky coral sands draw tourists in droves, and its well-maintained facilities include chair and snorkel equipment rentals and showers.

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The crystal clear waters provide many delights for even a novice snorkeler. Turtles and fish of all sizes and colors can be seen here. Near the Cinnamon Bay Cay there is an underwater fish holding pen probably made by the Taino or their ancestors.

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When to get there. Trunk Bay is St. John's most visited beach, so expect to encounter large crowds, especially when cruise ships are docked at the port in Charlotte Amalie on St. Thomas.

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There's a $5 admission fee to access Trunk Bay. Its facilities include a snack bar, snorkel rental shop, restrooms and showers. All are open daily from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. During high season, the parking area fills up quickly; get there early to snag a spot.

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Cinnamon Bay Beach ranks among the most beautiful and pristine beaches within the National Park. Towering palms rule majestically over a 1/2 mile of soft white sand beach. Snorkelers can explore the small cay located less than 100 yards off the shoreline.

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  • Punta Mita, Mexico.


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Whether swimming, watersports, fishing in the ocean, or collecting seashells. Cinnamon Beach is the perfect place for lasting memories with family and friends!

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25 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World
  • Saud Beach, Philippines.
  • Elafonissi Beach, Greece.
  • Nungwi Beach, Tanzania.
  • Hanalei Bay, Hawaii.
  • Copacabana, Brazil.
  • Cape Le Grand National Park, Australia.
  • Grayton Beach, Florida.
  • Sotavento Beach, Spain.


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The town and island of Nantucket ranked first on the list — by far — for most-expensive beach destination in the world, with an average price of $694 per night for the least-expensive double room, the site found. TravelMag researchers said they investigated every destination worldwide with at least one beach.

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Located in the Gulf of Aqaba, Sharm el-Sheikh is arguably Egypt's most famous snorkeling destination.

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Located off Northshore Road, Cinnamon Bay Campgrounds is on the island's longest beach and has its own restaurant, grocery store, water sports rentals and excellent snorkeling.

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There are only two main roads on St. John, Centerline (Route 10) and North Shore (Route 20),which take you throughout the park. Route 20 provides access to most north shore beaches such as Hawksnest, Trunk Bay and Cinnamon Bay.

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A Few Facts about Trunk Bay Rockefeller donated the area of Trunk Bay to the National Park Service 50 years ago, making it a permanent part of USVI National Park. Unlike other USVI beaches, Trunk Bay charges a $5 admission fee. The best photo spot there is from Trunk Bay Overlook, right of North Shore Road.

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The concessions area at Trunk Bay is located off to your right when you walk in, behind the shower building. There is a full bar onsite that opens at 9 a.m. It even has four barstools that you can relax on throughout the day.

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