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Virgin Islands National ParkVisitor center is located in the front lower level of this two story building.
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Virgin Islands National Park
Visitor Centers

 

The Cruz Bay Visitor Center is open daily from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It is just a short walk (approximately two blocks) from the public ferry dock heading north on route 20. 

The center offers exhibits, brochures, maps, educational materials books reegarding the natural and cultural history of the Park as well as activity schedules. The park rangers at the information desk can help you plan your visit, including hikes, historical tours, snorkeling, and other programs.

You may call the information desk at (340)776-6201.
Turpentine trees, locally called Gumbo Limbo are found throughout the Island, but mostly in dryer forest.  

Did You Know?
This unusual-looking tree found in dry forest areas has a reddish, peeling bark. The leaves and sap smell like turpentine and have many medicinal properties, but it is the peeling bark that gives the tree its nickname – "Tourist Tree".

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Last Updated: July 31, 2006 at 10:55 EST