Petroglyphs  are rock engravings of images that are created by removing part of a rock surface by pecking, carving, and abrading a rock until the desired image is created. The Petroglyphs Trail lies within the Reef Bay trail, a trail about five miles outside of Cruz Bay located on Route 10.  This trail is in an area known as the “Petroglyph Falls” due to the small waterfalls and streams that surround these historic carvings. These historic petroglyph engravings date back to the early Arawak Indians. The Petroglyphs Trail is covered by shade from the native plants and trees, and allows for a scenic tour of St. Johns picturesque landscape and historical carvings.

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1. Reef Bay Trail

The Reef Bay Trail is a National Park trail that is roughly three miles in length. You can find this trail about five miles outside of Cruz Bay, on Route Ten. Begin your walk of Reef Bay Trail at an elevation of 900 feet, walking through the dense tropical forest of St. John, and slowly travel down to the dazzling Caribbean ocean.

The Reef Bay Trail is a moderate trail that allows you to learn about the flora, fauna and history of St. John. The trail is scattered with signs that describe some of the foliage and structures that line the trail. The Reef Bay Trail is packed with history and includes Indian petroglyphs, plantation ruins, and a large portion of the plants native to St. John. Keep a look out for the small side trail that leads to Petroglyphs Trail and the Indian petroglyphs. On your journey through Reef Bay Trail, keep your eyes peeled for the fast moving and stunning hummingbirds that are native to these lands.

The National Park Visitor Center frequently runs scheduled ranger-guided hikes. This guided tour provides an educational resource on your tour through Reef Bay Trail. A bonus feature to the guided tour is that a boat is waiting at the bottom of the trail to take you back instead of hiking back up to the trailhead.

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The Elaine Ione Sprauve Library And  Museum features an array of historic information related to St. John. This museum is home to a collection of photographs, documents, and historical artifacts that come from the historically rich island of St. John. Elaine Ione Sprauve Library And  Museum also holds a collection of information relating to the natural history of the island. At this museum vistors and residents can also look at a collection of archaeological photographs relating to St. John. Unlike typical libraries this library museum offers literature discussions, Spanish classes, story hours, and craft classes. Hours:  Monday-Friday 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

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Annaberg Sugar Plantation is one of twenty-five sugar plantations that were once active on St. John. This plantation was established in 1718, and still stands today. In addition to growing sugar cane Annabeg plantation also produced molasses and rum. For the majority of its life the plantation was run by slave labor. In July 1848 freedom was declared for the Danish West Indies Slaves, and the plantation lost numerous workers. Many of the large buildings and wind mills used to produce these goods still remain on the island, and now make up the Annaberg Sugar Plantation Ruins. The Annaberg Sugar Plantation is open for tours on a daily basis

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A mile from the ferry dock in Cruz Bay you will find a paradise within paradise. The Pastory Gardens of St. Johns provides an afternoon adventure of strolling through the tropical gardens, putting on an 18-hole miniature golf course, and dining at Pastory Gardens Bistro.

As you walk the minature golf course you will enjoy the secluded paradise packed with banana trees, tropical flowers, waterfalls, and trickling streams. End your day with a rustic burger and tall island drink as you take in the breathtaking view of St. Thomas from high on the island peak.

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