Cinnamon Bay Nature Loop And Accessible Trail

Wander through the the site of this sugar plantation and read the waysides to learn about life in the plantation days. Then venture up the hill through the bay rum, tyre palm and other native trees. Smell the bay rum leaves as you progress through the trees. You may see the above ground tombs of the former plantation owner's wife Anna Margarethe and her children, located in the shady grove of the genip and bay rum trees growing above the plantation. The trail passes over the gut, which provided water to the plantation below.

Details

Duration

30-60 Minutes

Though the trail can be walked quickly, the deep shade, quiet and excellent birding opportunites invite lingering and savoring the sunlight filtering through the green canopy and the scent of the bay rum trees.

Activity

Self-Guided Tours - Walking

Wander through the ruins and read the waysides to learn about life in the plantation days. Then venture up the hill through the bay rum, tyre palm and other native trees. Smell the bay rum leaves as you progress through the trees. You may see the above ground tombs of the former plantation owner's wife Anna Margarethe and her children, located in the shady grove of the genip and bay rum trees growing above the plantation. The trail passes over the gut, which provided water to the plantation below.

Age(s)

All ages

Pets Allowed

Yes

With Restrictions

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Cinnamon Bay Nature Trail and Plantation Site

Cinnamon Bay is located about 4.3 miles from the Visitor Center. Just follow the North Shore Road. It can be reached by boat, car or taxi. 

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

The first .09 miles of the Cinnamon Nature loop is accessible via the boardwalk. This concrete and wooden boardwalk meanders through the ruins. It is 4 feet wide with very little slope making it wheelchair and stroller friendly. The remaining portion of the trail is moderately sloped and packed earth with occasional roots and rocks to navigate.

The Cinnamon Bay Nature Loop Trail runs through the ruins of Cinnamon Bay Plantation and up into the forest. Signs along the trail provide information about palnts and animals along with life and culture during plantation days.

Cinnamon Bay Factory. Photo by  Kimberly Boulon

Wander through the ruins and read the waysides to learn about life in the plantation days. Then venture up the hill through the bay rum, tyre palm and other native trees. Smell the bay rum leaves as you progress through the trees. You may see the above ground tombs of the former plantation owner's wife Anna Margarethe and her children, located in the shady grove of the genip and bay rum trees growing above the plantation. The trail passes over the gut, which provided water to the plantation below.