Pigeon Island National Park Hike

Today we got up at 6:45 AM and enjoyed a light breakfast in our room, I love all inclusive room service because you aren't getting robbed blindly. :) So you better believe even if I'm not hungry I am getting room service in the AM!

Dave had heard from a couple that a beautiful hike was nearby... I asked him where and he pointed to a peak that looked ridiculously high. Check it out below. Pigeon Island, a National Landmark that served as a British Fort in the 18th Century. Note: that there is an entrance fee of $5.

I thought I am totally game for this hike because the scenery is beautiful, we can escape the resort and stay fit on vacation. I couldn't wait to see the view from the top. As we approached the park it was very well maintained but apparently St. Lucian's don't start work until 9 AM so we had to wait a bit for the park to open. While we waited I walked the beach and looked for shells... its the child in me. Wherever there is a beach there must be beautiful shells. Not so many beautiful shells in the park but the scenery was very lush and beautiful and we found some mini crabs too.

The hike was moderate and not to scary on the ledges. :) The scenery was amazing and again it was so clean! As we walked to the top of Fort Rodney Hill, there was beautiful views and a well-preserved fortress. You can see all of Rodney Bay and on a clear day Martinique. It was quite windy up top but the water was so beautiful... my advice is to hang on tight.

We continued to Signal Peak which was a bit more challenging at an elevation of 359 feet. It was more of the same beautiful sights! I am so glad we took time to enjoy something outside of the resort. I would recommend this hike to any traveller that loves hiking and seeing beautiful views.

This hike was the perfect start to my morning... now off to the breakfast buffet. :) Lox and a bagel here I come.