Mastic Trail
Mastic Reserve
A roughly 3 km ancient trail through the original dry forest and wetlands of central Grand Cayman, home to native trees, parrots, and blue iguanas.
The Mastic Trail is managed by the National Trust for the Cayman Islands. This roughly 200-year-old path connects the north and south sides of the island. The one-way route is about 3.2 km and passes through the largest remaining native dry forest on Grand Cayman, where you can see mahogany and mastic trees, orchids and bromeliads, and endemic birds such as the Cayman parrot. The trail surface is limestone and mud, and some low sections hold water after rain. A one-way hike takes about two to three hours, so arrange a pickup or plan to walk back the same way. Bring plenty of water and insect repellent, and consider booking a guided tour with the Trust.
Opening hours
Daytime
Nearby sights
- Queen Elizabeth II Botanic Park
- Cayman Crystal Caves
- Blow Holes
- Rum Point
- Starfish Point
- Wreck of the Ten Sail Memorial
- Pedro St. James Castle
- Stingray City