About
Length1 mi
ShapeLoop
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain30 ft up
Typical time15 min
TrailheadFrancis Bay, North Shore Road
SurfaceBoardwalk and level track
Best seasonYear round.
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
AccessibilityThe boardwalk to the salt pond viewing platforms is wheelchair accessible. The rest of the trail is uneven and rocky. There is a steep climb from the parking lot at the Francis Sugar Factory to the beach and boardwalk. Those looking for easier access should park at the beach end of the trail.
What you'll see 🌄 Big views🦌 Wildlife🚲 Bikes🐴 Horses

Francis Bay Trail starts at the Francis Bay Sugar Factory. It continues past the Mary's Point Estate house and around a salt pond. The dry tropical forest and salt pond provide an excellent opportunity to view birds. The lower portion of the trail is an accessible boardwalk that continues through the mangroves to the two viewing platforms.

Tips
Largely level with a boardwalk section, so it suits most abilities. Herons, stilts and migratory shorebirds on the pond, and the beach at the end is one of the calmest on the island.
Location

Francis Bay, North Shore Road

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