Of the Caribbean islands, St. Martin has some of the some of the most extensive hiking trails, which makes for some excellent trail running opportunities. Note that many of these are quite challenging — the interior of island is very hilly, with some significant mountains. Note: this site has more detail on hiking/trail running options on Saint Martin.
Loterie Farms. Flickr: Alljengi
Loterie Farms. The ~3 km of nature trails in this private nature preserve are some of the easier trail running on Saint Martin, and a great way to get off road. There’s lovely, lush terrain. Post-run, take a dip in the Jungle Pool, or have a drink/bite in the Jungle room. Note: Fee requiredINFORMATIONTRAIL MAP
For a more serious challenge, run/hike the trail to the top of 1400-foot Pic Paradis from Loterie Farm. Fantastic views of from the top on trails through the lush green hills.
Pic Paradis. There are numerous approaches to this 1,400-foot summit. Different levels of challenge & terrain, from lush green hills to dry forest. INFO HERE on the different approaches and trail descriptions. The longer way is via Loterie Farms.
Froussards Path. This is a ~5 km coastal path between Anse Marcel and Grand Cayes Beach. Somewhat hilly, and some tricky footing with rocks.
Bellevue & Cole Bay. A few different trails in this area. One, known as the Fleming Property Trail, leads to the top of St. Peter’s Hill. It’s 2 km, and a steady climb. The trail passes tamarind trees & tall grass, with great views of the Simpson Bay Lagoon from the 317m summit. Access: Off the roundabout connecting Union Road and Simpson Bay Causeway in Cole Bay, on the exit opposite the causeway. This trail is connected to the Radio Tower Outlook. Access from Mango Rd.
Devil’s Cupper Trail. Google Street View
Devil’s Cupper Trail. This is a lovely coastal trail along Guana Bay, leading to natural pools. There are wonderful water views. The trail is fairly flat, but there’s some tricky footing. Access: End of Pelican Rd. in Point Blanche. ROUTE MAP
Of the Caribbean islands, St. Martin has some of the some of the most extensive hiking trails, which makes for some excellent trail running opportunities. Note that many of these are quite challenging — the interior of island is very hilly, with some significant mountains. Note: this site has more detail on hiking/trail running options on Saint Martin.
Loterie Farms. Flickr: Alljengi
Loterie Farms. The ~3 km of nature trails in this private nature preserve are some of the easier trail running on Saint Martin, and a great way to get off road. There’s lovely, lush terrain. Post-run, take a dip in the Jungle Pool, or have a drink/bite in the Jungle room. Note: Fee requiredINFORMATIONTRAIL MAP
For a more serious challenge, run/hike the trail to the top of 1400-foot Pic Paradis from Loterie Farm. Fantastic views of from the top on trails through the lush green hills.
Pic Paradis. There are numerous approaches to this 1,400-foot summit. Different levels of challenge & terrain, from lush green hills to dry forest. INFO HERE on the different approaches and trail descriptions. The longer way is via Loterie Farms.
Froussards Path. This is a ~5 km coastal path between Anse Marcel and Grand Cayes Beach. Somewhat hilly, and some tricky footing with rocks.
Bellevue & Cole Bay. A few different trails in this area. One, known as the Fleming Property Trail, leads to the top of St. Peter’s Hill. It’s 2 km, and a steady climb. The trail passes tamarind trees & tall grass, with great views of the Simpson Bay Lagoon from the 317m summit. Access: Off the roundabout connecting Union Road and Simpson Bay Causeway in Cole Bay, on the exit opposite the causeway. This trail is connected to the Radio Tower Outlook. Access from Mango Rd.
Devil’s Cupper Trail. Google Street View
Devil’s Cupper Trail. This is a lovely coastal trail along Guana Bay, leading to natural pools. There are wonderful water views. The trail is fairly flat, but there’s some tricky footing. Access: End of Pelican Rd. in Point Blanche. ROUTE MAP
Our recommendations for some of the safer, quieter roads for running on Saint Martin. The best is in Phillipsburg, but also some decent options in Marigot, Orient Bay, Grand Case, Anse Marcel. There's a running track in Cole Bay.
The best beaches to run on Saint Martin are Simpson Bay Beach, Orient Bay Beach, and Great Bay Beach in Phillipsburg. Each is at least 1 km long with some firm-ish sand near the water. Note most of the beaches on Saint Martin have fairly soft sand.
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