Trails & Hiking · St. Thomas
Santa Maria Beach Path
A short out-and-back path through thick vegetation to quiet Santa Maria Beach, with a choice between a gentler branch and a steeper branch.
Trail details
- Distance
- About 1 mile out and back
- Estimated time
- Not specified by the reviewed route source
- Difficulty
- Easy to moderate
- Route type
- Out and back with two branch options
- Terrain
- Narrow path through thick foliage; one branch is steeper and both can be slippery
- Shade / exposure
- Mostly vegetated approach with open beach exposure
- Accessibility
- Not accessible; the beach approach uses ropes for the descent and return
Highlights
- Quiet Santa Maria Beach
- Estate ruins near a marked turn
- Shallow snorkeling
Plan the route
- Access
- Trailhead is on Fortuna Road; take the left branch for the longer, more level option or the right branch for the steeper route.
- Parking
- Trailhead room is limited to about two cars
- Water or beach access
- Santa Maria Beach and shallow-water snorkeling
Important hazards
- Slippery path
- Steep rope-assisted beach approach
- Scratching vegetation
- Hike with a companion and wear sturdy footwear
Conditions and access can change. Check current notices before setting out.
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