Trails & Hiking · St. John

Salt Pond Bay Trail

A short, gently graded old roadbed from the parking area to Salt Pond Bay beach and snorkeling access.

Salt Pond Bay Trail

Trail details

Distance
0.25 mile from parking to the beach
Estimated time
5-20 minutes to the beach
Difficulty
Easy
Route type
Out and back
Terrain
Old dirt roadbed with a slight grade
Shade / exposure
Sunny and warm; limited shade
Accessibility
Not confirmed accessible; the dirt road can be washed out

Highlights

  • Salt Pond Bay beach
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling
  • Connection to Ram Head Trail

Plan the route

Access
Starts at the Salt Pond Bay parking area and descends to the beach; Ram Head is a separate continuation from the beach.
Parking
Trail begins at the Salt Pond Bay parking area
Water or beach access
Salt Pond Bay beach and snorkeling
Pets
Pets are allowed with restrictions

Important hazards

  • The dirt road can wash out
  • Carry sun protection and water

Conditions and access can change. Check current notices before setting out.

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