Experts' Choice Award Buck Island Reef National Monument
What the experts agree on
Buck Island's underwater snorkel trail with labeled marine species and vibrant coral reefs make it St. Croix's premier diving spot, though its small size draws surprisingly big crowds seeking pristine beaches and tropical fish.
“Buck Island has pristine beaches that are just right for sunbathing, but there's also some shade for those who don't want to fry.”
– Fodor's
U.S. News & World Report17.0
"Buck Island is St. Croix's go-to spot for scuba diving or snorkeling. The 176-acre island is fringed with a barrier reef chock full of tropical fish and elkhorn coral...there are picnic spots." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Buck Island and its surrounding reef and waters lie within the Buck Island Reef National Monument, a protected natural environment managed by the U"
Travel + Leisure "A pristine and protected ecosystem. The area is home to a unique underwater "trail," where plaques help snorkelers and divers identify the hundreds of species of fish and other types of marine life"
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