This National Park is Virgin Gorda's highest point. The Park has been reforested with mahogany trees and supports a wide variety of interesting tropical plants. The North Sound of Virgin Gorda is surrounded by 6 islands creating a very protected natural harbor. It is a major water sports center and the reef snorkeling is fantastic. The trail at Gorda Peak is one of the most popular in the islands.
Hikers walk along paths lined by abundant wild orchids.
Wear tennis shoes to ward off the spiny urchins. Another interesting trail goes to the southern end of Virgin Gorda ending near the ruins of the old Spanish Copper Mines. Top Shopping Virgin Gorda is not a shopper's paradise but there are shops at Spanish Town, the Bitter End and Leverick Bay where you might pick find some interesting souvenirs and island apparel. December 26 August Monday is commemorated with a marlin fishing tournament sponsored by the BVI Angler Club. For a look at local events while you are on the island pick up a copy of the Limin' Times, a free weekly guide to BVI entertainment.