Sunday, October 12th, 2025, 6:30am:  Maroon Ridge & Ham's Bay

General info for all hikes and walks: Hikes and walks are $5 for members, and $10 for non-members (become a member). Unless otherwise noted, the pace for hikes is moderate, lasting 3-5 hours, covering 3-5 miles, the terrain is hilly, footing is sometimes uneven, and we follow trails and possibly paved or dirt roads. Walks are easier and shorter than hikes, and usually follow paved or dirt roads, no trails. The guide may periodically stop and talk along the way. Bring sturdy, comfortable walking or hiking shoes, water, snack, bug spray, rain poncho, and camera. Shorts or long pants are OK. For day hikes, bring a hat and sun block. For night hikes, bring a small flashlight. There are usually about 20 people. We depart about 30 minutes after the posted start time. For some hikes, we will meet at the indicated location, then drive a short distance to the hike location.

Specific info for this hike: We have a hike to Maroon Ridge... AND... Ham's Bay!! The hike starts from the Ham's Bay coastline, continuing to Ham's Bluff historic lighthouse, to the second and third lookout of Maroon Ridge (which is over 500 feet above sea level), then to the sugar mill less than 100 feet above sea level. The hike is moderate to steep. We will discuss the natural, cultural, and historic importance of the area. Total roundtrip will be 3-4 miles. Please remember to bring your water, a snack, etc.

Meeting time is:  6:30am. Meeting place is at the Frederiksted Beach parking lot, across from the construction of the new baseball stadium, then drive up from there. Olasee Davis, Ecologist, is our tour guide.

For more information contact Cathy 340-772-2073 or stcroixhiking.org 

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