Author note: local St Croix residents since 2012, we curate and regularly update this St Croix map collection. Updated monthly.
St Croix Map (USVI): what most travelers need
The most useful St Croix map for visitors is a clear road map plus a beach and points-of-interest map. St Croix road signage can be inconsistent, so plan your routes in advance and keep an offline backup. On this page you can download a printable PDF map, open an interactive map for navigation, and use a beach map to plan snorkeling, swimming, and cruise-day stops.
- If you want a printable backup: use the PDF road map below.
- If you want turn-by-turn navigation: use Google Maps and download the island for offline use.
- If you are planning beach time: use the beach map and the quick “drive time” notes.
Quick links: Printable PDF road map | Beach map | Tourist map | Drive times | FAQ
Explore St Croix with confidence in 2026.
This complete visitor map and trip-planner shows the island’s best roads, beaches, snorkel sites, and local landmarks – all verified by St Croix residents. Use it to find driving routes from Christiansted to Frederiksted, see the island’s two airports and ferry terminals, and plan beach days or cruise-port stops. Whether you’re arriving for a day trip or a full-week vacation, this guide combines local insight, printable maps, and navigation links so you can discover every corner of St Croix easily and safely.
Below is a view of St Croix as seen from from Google Maps. From this map, you can see the hilly terrain, lush green areas, and plenty of locations where beach meets beautiful turquoise water. One thing we absolutely love about our island is that has not been over-built like so many islands have. There’s nothing like looking out your windows and seeing lush, green, undeveloped hills instead of plastered with concrete slabs of apartments and condos. In that sense, St Croix is truly a undiscovered gem and rarity. You’ll see much of the same views that Columbus did when he landed 500 years ago, which is pretty amazing. Read more about Columbus and St Croix here (pdf)
Printable St Croix road map (PDF)
Use this as a backup for directions and beach access roads. Print it, or save it to your phone. This is especially useful if your data signal drops while driving.
Download the printable St Croix map (PDF)
Tip: If you are renting a car, keep a printed copy in the glovebox.
Tourist map of St Croix
We recommend downloading the printable map above, which serves as a great tourist map for St Croix.
Drive times: common routes visitors use
St Croix is not huge, but drive time depends on traffic in Christiansted, school pickup hours, and road conditions. Use these ranges for planning.
- Christiansted to Frederiksted: about 30 to 45 minutes.
- STX airport to Christiansted: about 15 to 25 minutes.
- STX airport to Frederiksted: about 20 to 35 minutes.
- Christiansted to Cane Bay (north shore): about 15 to 25 minutes.
If you are visiting on a cruise day, plan your last stop close to the pier and leave buffer time for traffic.
Offline maps for St Croix (recommended)
Google Maps usually works well on St Croix, but you should download an offline map before you land. That gives you reliable navigation even if you lose signal on the west end or along the north shore.
- Open Google Maps on your phone.
- Search for “St Croix USVI”.
- Tap your profile icon (top right) and select Offline maps.
- Tap Select your own map and drag the box to cover all of St Croix.
- Tap Download.
Optional backup: install an offline map app that uses OpenStreetMap data, then download “St Croix” over Wi-Fi.
Plan your St Croix trip using the map
Once you understand where things are on the map, these guides help you plan beaches, sightseeing, and short drives without backtracking.
Official St Croix maps & navigation Resources
Beaches map
Of course, any self-respecting collection needs a map of St Croix beaches. Actually there are so many beaches on the island that our guests ask for this map to guide them to the best beaches. Conveniently, below you’ll find the location of great beaches on the island:
Dive site map
And for all you scuba divers out there, here is a map of St Croix scuba dive sites.
Click here to read more about each of the Best Dive Sites in St Croix.
See also: Best St Croix Vacation Rentals
St Croix quarters map
St Croix island is divided in to various districts called quarters. Below is an outline map showing the various names of these districts:
High-resolution satellite map
Here’s a nice satellite map of St Croix from Satellite.pro:
Videos
Map of Christiansted
Here is a detailed map of Christiansted on St Croix island. Here you can see popular attractions like
- Christiansted boardwalk — read about Christiansted (pdf)
- St Croix seaplane area
- Fort Christiansvaern — read about Fort Christianvaern (pdf)
- Government House St Croix — read about Christiansted historical areas (pdf)
- Hotel on the Cay
- Christiansted harbor
- D. Hamilton Jackson Park
- Scale House
Map of Frederiksted
Here is a map of Fredericksted on St Croix island. Be sure to drop by Rhythms on Rainbow Beach when you are in that area.
Places of interest include:
- Rhythms on Rainbow Beach — View menu (pdf)
- Frederiksted Pier — read about the pier (pdf)
- Fort Frederik — read about the the fort (pdf)
- Strand Street
- St Patrick’s Catholic Church
- Custom’s House
Map of Buck Island in St Croix
Buck Island St Croix should be on every St Croix visitor’s bucket list for 2026! It’s a protected natural park sanctuary, offering one of the purest natural beach experiences you will find anywhere. Conveniently, you can access the full map of Buck Island in St Croix here , provided by the National Park Services website. In addition, there is also an amazing underwater trail for snorkeling, plus Turtle Beach on Buck Island is one of the most pristine beaches you’ll find anywhere. Read more about Buck Island St Croix here (pdf).
Boat access is restricted and a number of licensed companies provide day trips to and from the island. It’s a beautiful 15-20 minute ride over to the island.
Good web resources for maps of St Croix
Here are some of our favorite (and free) resources on the web for finding good maps of our favorite island. Many are satellite based, and some resources even allow you to build your own St Croix maps with just a little effort.
GPS Visualizer: create your custom St Croix map
OpenHistoricalMap: shows a time-based map of the Virgin Islands
WikiMapia: an open-source St Croix map
MapQuest: a good map of St Croix services available in the the US Virgin Island
ACME Mapper: build your own map of Saint Croix here
St Croix geological map and physiographic provinces
This map is from the US Geological Society and details all the geological features of St Croix. Click on the map for the full sized version.
Map of coral reefs of St Croix
3D St Croix fishing map
We think this is a really cool map, showing fishing areas around St Croix island in 3D. Note how it even looks like a fish is biting the right side of the island! BTW, here are some good fishing charters if you want to try your luck.
3D Bathymetric map of St Croix
St Croix tsunami evacuation Map
This is a map showing the safes zones and evacuation routes in the event of a tsunami in St Croix, because you never know:
National Geographic map of St Croix
This map is from our friends over at National Geographic:
Map of St Croix watershed
An interesting map showing the watershed in St Croix. Shows when it rains, which way the water flows on the island.
Landcover map of St Croix island
Here is an interesting map of landcover which was part of a Virgin Islands government study on animals. Very interesting to see which parts of the island has zones protecting wildlife. Read more about St Croix wildlife (pdf).
Historical St Croix maps
Living today in 2026, you may not realize that back in the “old days”, people really did have to spent a lot of time making maps in the pre-computer days. It often took years assembling these fabulous historical maps. One of the most famous old maps of St Croix is the one made in 1767 by Danish cartographer I.M. Beck, here below, showing the various land parcels as owned back then. Consequently, many people have this map professionally printed and framed for their office or home. It may be the most famous St Croix map available.
Here’s a link if you’d like to buy a copy online: historical map of St Croix US Virgin Islands.
Here is another old St Croix map, this one by Kussner and strangely enough also from 1767….must have been a popular for making maps. You can get the full-sized map here. And it pretty much looks the same today.
Here is a 1691 French map of St Croix island, which is really distorted. The East End of the island here is as wide as the West End.
Wall art maps
St Croix maps make lovely framed wall art. You can either buy on island, or order online. Here are some of our favorites:
St Croix Map Wall Art Print Poster in Turquoise: cost about $20 here.
Wooden Frame Wall Map:
Colorful Wall Art Poster of St Croix Island: cost about $30 here
For all you geology fans, here’s an amazing map showing all the geological features of different parts of St Croix island.
For boaters and underwater marine people, here is a good benthic map of St Croix island showing the physical features of the shallow bottom features. Crucially, it will help you learn about our St Croix coral reefs, and key vegetation such as mangroves and seagrasses.
And for all you sailors out there, here is a nautical map of St Croix. You can get the full map version downloaded from the Office of Coast Survey of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration here.
And finally, a map made out of gold foil in the outline of St Croix island.
US Virgin Islands map
Here is an old historic map of the US Virgin Islands dating back a century:
And here is a map of St Thomas US Virgin Islands:
Here’s a whimsical new map of St Croix from 2010 by Howard Handlen. It makes for a beautiful reprint to hang on your wall at home or in the office.
And here’s a fun colorful map of St Croix:
We will conclude our collection of Virgin Island maps with a map of St John US Virgin Islands:
How this St Croix map guide is maintained
We live on St Croix and update this page as roads, access points, and visitor resources change. We prioritize practical navigation and visitor safety over promotions.
- Update cadence: reviewed monthly and refreshed as needed.
- What we verify: road access, beach access points, and major landmarks visitors use.
- What we avoid: unverified shortcuts or routes that rely on private roads.
Primary reference sources:
- USVI tourism resources
- National Park Service (Buck Island Reef)
- Google Maps and OpenStreetMap (for navigation context)
Map FAQs
Use the “Printable St. Croix road map (PDF)” section on this page to download a print-friendly copy you can save to your phone or print as a backup.
Yes. Google Maps usually works well on St Croix, but mobile signal can drop in spots. Download an offline map before you arrive so navigation still works without data.
Most drives are under an hour. Christiansted to Frederiksted is commonly about 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic and road conditions.
Cruise ships typically dock in Frederiksted. Use the map to plan a loop that ends near the pier and leave buffer time to get back before all-aboard.
Christiansted (east) and Frederiksted (west). Most visitor routes are planned around these two towns plus the north shore beaches.
Download the printable PDF map and also save an offline map on your phone. That gives you both a printed reference and turn-by-turn navigation even if signal drops.
