St. Croix is eighty-four square miles, making it the largest of the three U.S. Virgin Islands. The East End of the island is technically the easternmost point of the United States. St. Croix is a marvelous island, particularly the West End and inland portions of the island. This East Side is rocky and somewhat desolate, not overly friendly to the prospective traveler. However, the rest of the island is magnificent, with lush forests and gorgeous beaches. The beautiful rain forest in the center of the island houses dangling lianas, mango groves, mahogany trees, and exotic ferns. Rolling hills and pastures can also be found on the island, making it an incredibly diverse and life-filled environment. Hiking and exploring on St. Croix are two of the island's best features. You are sure to encounter some interesting plant and animal life on one of your hiking excursions.

Christopher Columbus named this island Santa Cruz (Holy Cross). He docked here on November 14, 1493 and anchored the ship off the north shore of the island. However, he did not stay long, because the inhabitants then were not anywhere near as friendly as the locals nowadays. When he landed, Carib Indians launched arrows, spears, and axes his way, quickly driving Columbus and his crew away. In 1650, the French claimed the island, and they ruled St. Croix until 1773 when it was purchased by the Danes. The Danes ruled until the end of the 19th century, and sugarcane and slavery made the island a strong and profitable economic center during their rule. Still to this day, Danish influence can be detected all around this island paradise.