Ready for your next Adventure? There are so many things to do on St Croix! You’ll find the best places and tours that I send to my friends and family when they visit for an authentic island experience.
Frederiksted
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Cruzan Cowgirls Horse Rescue and Riding Tours
Cruzan Cowgirls is a small family-owned and operated business that offers horseback riding tours in St Croix, USVI! Their goal is to share with you the adventure of a lifetime as you experience the beauty, culture, and history that is unique to St Croix’s “West End” on horseback. Tours typically depart from the parking lot at Rainbow Beach. Read more in our article Horsing Around on St Croix.
Established in 2013, Cruzan Cowgirls intends to provide visitors to the island of St Croix with the unique and exciting experience of horseback riding in one of the most beautiful places in [...]
Rainbow Beach, St. Croix, USVI, Frederiksted, St Croix 00840
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Cane Bay Dive Shop
Dive into adventure with Cane Bay Dive Shop a PADI 5 Star IDC St Croix Scuba Dive Shop! As a locally-owned and operated dive center, we’re your guides to experiencing the breathtaking underwater world surrounding our island paradise. Whether you’re a seasoned diver looking for epic scuba tours and private charters, or you want to get Open Water certified through our renowned PADI courses, we’ll immerse you in unforgettable underwater adventures. Gear up with our top-notch scuba and snorkel equipment rentals, and let our passionate team of instructors reveal the secrets of our vibrant coral reefs and dazzling marine life. [...]
2 Strand Street, Frederiksted, St Croix 00840
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Lyric Sails
Sunset sails with live music and free, bottomless rum punch plus a cash bar. Day sails with snorkeling stops and private charters also available!
Frederiksted Pier, Frederiksted, St Croix
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St George Village Botanical Garden
Located on St Croix in the United States Virgin Islands, the St. George Village Botanical Garden is a 16- acre garden situated among the buildings and ruins of an 18th and 19th century sugar cane plantation. This site overlaps an Amerindian settlement which dates back to c.100 A.D.
127 Estate St. George, Frederiksted, St Croix 00840
Cruzan Rum Distillery
When you take the Cruzan Rum Distillery Tour, you’ll be stepping into St Croix History. Rum has been produced on this same St Croix property since 1760! And likely when you visit the factory on St Croix, you’ll bump into one of the Nelthropps – after 8 generations, they still run the show.
Rich in heritage, the Cruzan Rum distillery is “the world’s most honored rum distillery in the world”. The hand-crafted rum is not only the basis of Cruzan Rum ®, but they are also the largest supplier of American private and distributer label rum. With their well-earned place in [...]
3A Estate Diamond, Frederiksted, St Croix 00840
Dorsch Beach
Dorsch Beach is one of the most popular St Croix beaches on the West End of the Island. You'll find excellent swimming, snorkeling, and several beach bars at popular beachfront hotels. The white sandy beach spans south of the Frederiksted Pier along the waterfront to Sandy Point. There are several pull-offs where you can park and walk right onto the beach with your beach chairs and cooler. Or opt to enjoy the day "resort-style" and grab a day pass from Sand Castles on the Beach or The Fred to use their chairs and amenities.
Spend the day because Dorsch Beach [...]
Veterans Shore Drive, Frederiksted, St. Croix, USVI, Frederiksted, St Croix
Frederiksted Beach
Frederiksted Beach aka Fort Frederik Beach is located just North of the Frederiksted Pier in walking distance, Frederiksted Beach is popular on cruise ship days. This is a great spot for swimming and snorkeling - if you're lucky you may even spy seahorses hanging out. Didn't bring your snorkeling gear? No problem! Walk over to our friends at Cane Bay Dive Shop across from the pier and grab some rental gear, sunscreen, sunshirts, hats, and more.
There is parking and public restrooms onsite. More parking can be found in the lot just across from Fort Frederik.
Return to St Croix Beach [...]
King Street, Frederiksted, St Croix 00840
Geckos Island Adventures
ATV tours along St Croix's west end and up through the rainforest. Enjoy spectacular views of the island and the Caribbean Sea from high above Frederiksted.
Enjoy the Ride of Your Life! Gecko's Island Adventures provides every rider the opportunity to see St. Croix like no other tour. Experience 13 miles of Tropical Rain Forest, Panoramic Views of the Coast, and Ancient Ruins. Private tours available.
Taking a Ride on the Wild Side with Gecko’s Island Adventures
69 Queen Street, Frederiksted, St Croix 00840
La Grange Beach
A little further up from Frederiksted Beach and before Rainbow Beach you'll find la Grange Beach still in viewing distance of the Frederiksted Pier. You'll see a little pull-off for a few cars on the beachside. There are no facilities, but if you walk up on the beach to the right of the parking lot, you'll find a small sandy area for some beach chairs and shady spots from the trees. This tends to be a quieter spot on weekdays. It's a little rocky, but you'll find sandy spots to get in and some nice snorkeling right off the [...]
Emancipation Drive, Frederiksted, St. Croix, USVI, Frederiksted, St Croix 00840
Monks Bath & Beach
Monk's Bath and Monk's Bath Beach are located on the west end of St Croix in Frederiksted just past Northside Valley. Exploring the shore down to Monk's Bath is a must-do for the more adventurous visitors to St Croix. Finding it is a treasure!
There's a little pull-off across from a house along the narrow part of Emancipation Drive. You'll walk down a slope to what is now a nice little beach area with plenty of rocky spots for some snorkeling if you have a little more experience. Bonus, it's a little out of the way, so you'll likely have [...]
Emancipation Drive, Frederiksted, St. Croix, USVI, Frederiksted, St Croix 00840
Rainbow Beach
Rainbow Beach is a popular spot on St Croix's West End. You'll find a great spot for swimming, snorkeling, watersport rentals, chair/umbrella rentals, and a walk-up beach bar. There's a parking lot located right across the street from Rhythms at Rainbow Beach and roadside parking. This beach gets busy on cruise ship days, holidays, and weekends.
Emancipation Drive, Frederiksted, St. Croix, USVI, Frederiksted, St Croix 00841
Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge
Sandy Point is known for soft white sand, great for swimming; good snorkeling if you swim out
Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge is one of the most beautiful and pristine beaches in the Caribbean. This protected wildlife refuge is only accessible from the first weekend in September through the last weekend in March and only on the weekends from 10 am until 4 pm during those months. Why?
Sandy Point National Wildlife Refuge is listed as critical nesting habitat for the endangered Leatherback Sea Turtle. Leatherbacks, hawksbill, and green sea turtles nest there undisturbed and in abundance during the summer months. [...]
Sandy Point Road, Frederiksted, St Croix
Sprat Hall Beach
Sprat Hall Beach aka Cowboy Beach is a beautiful mile-long stretch of white sand along the west end shore in Frederiksted. You'll find spots to pull off and walk down to the beach. There are plenty of sandy spots to get into the water along with rocky spots to snorkel and look for tropical fish and marine life. You may also catch a glimpse of our friends at Cruzan Cowgirls swimming their horses with one of their tour groups.
Return to St Croix Beaches Guide
Emancipation Drive, Frederiksted, St. Croix, USVI, Frederiksted, St Croix 00840
The Fred Spa
Located at The Fred Boutique Hotel, the Fred Spa (or Relax with Fred) is a modern and funky spa complete with massage, facial and body treatments, and waxing services for those teeny bikinis and speedos.
605 Strand Street, Frederiksted, St Croix 00840