by Travis Lueth 
If you’re an adventure seeker looking for a hiking experience in Saint Lucia, there are some moderately challenging to very challenging trails that will not disappoint. Strap on your hiking boots, pack your essentials, and get ready for a sneak ‘peak’ of some of the island’s great trails.
Tet Paul Nature Trail: A Climb with Incredible Views Fit for the Family
The Tet Paul Nature Trail offers a moderate hike with awe-inspiring views fit for all ages. You will be treated to breathtaking panoramas of the Pitons and the Soufrière Volcano. This hike is perfect for those who want a rewarding experience without the extreme physical demands for the Piton Summit Trails. This is a short hike, lasting only 45 min to 1hr. For pricing and more information, visit
https://www.thetetpaulnaturetrail.com/
Des Cartiers Rainforest Trail: Immersive Wilderness Exploration Great for Birdwatchers
Active people seeking a deep connection with nature and a challenging hike should explore the Des Cartiers Rainforest Trail. This trail is an easy to medium trail in terms of technicals, and winds through the heart of St. Lucia’s rainforest, offering an immersive experience in the island’s diverse ecosystems. This is a hike that will give you glimpses of beautiful fauna and a great hike for birdwatchers. This hike is approximately 14km and will take you roughly 4.5hrs on average to complete. For more information on the trail, visit
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/st-lucia/micoud/des-cartier-rainforest-trail?u=i
Enbas Saut Waterfall Hike: Combine Adventure with Refreshment
For a unique hiking experience that combines challenge and refreshment, tackle the Enbas Saut Waterfall Hike. This trail takes you through dense rainforest, across rivers, and eventually to the stunning Enbas Saut Waterfall. This trail contains moderate trails that have some elevation gain and loss. In total, the loop itself is approximately 4km, so will likely take 1.5 to 2 hrs to complete on average. Be forewarned that this trail is not that easy to find, so you may want to look for tour guides that will take you there. If you are interested in more information, or to get the best directions I could find, visit:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/st-lucia/soufriere/en-bas-saut-trail?u=i
Gros Piton Summit Trail: Conquer the Iconic Peak
The Gros Piton Summit Trail is a must for athletes seeking a formidable challenge. This strenuous climb takes you to the summit of Gros Piton, one of St. Lucia’s iconic twin peaks. The trail offers a blend of rocky ascents, steep gradients, and rewarding panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea. As you ascend, the lush greenery and diverse flora provide a scenic backdrop to your intense workout. This particular hike is a medium to medium hard, and the easier of the two pitons. For more information, visit:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/st-lucia/micoud/gros-piton-trail?u=i
Mount Gimie Summit: St. Lucia’s Highest Peak
For more of an endurance challenge on the island, conquer the summit of Mount Gimie, the highest peak in St. Lucia. This demanding trail takes you through dense forests, past waterfals, across rivers, and up rocky slopes. In terms of technicals, this is often graded as slightly easier than the Gros Piton, though the length of the trail is long. This particular hike can take 6 to 7 hrs to complete and will require use of both hands and feet when ascending the summit.
Petit Piton Summit: St. Lucia’s Most Challenging Hike
For the ultimate hiking challenge on the island, you will want to try out the Petit Piton. This hike is the hardest on the island, and will essentially require hands and feet for the last 25% of the hike. It does have ropes for assistance on this trail, but is definitely the most aggressive ascent on the island. This hike takes 4hrs on average. For pricing and more information, visit:
St. Lucia’s challenging hiking trails offer athletes the perfect combination of physical exertion and natural beauty. Whether you’re conquering iconic peaks, exploring dense rainforests, or reaching the island’s highest summit, each trail promises an unforgettable adventure.
