Buck Island Reef National Monument

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Top 1% of attractions in U.S. Virgin Islands
8 / 10

5 expert reviews

“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

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17.0
"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
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"Buck Island and its surrounding reef and waters lie within the Buck Island Reef National Monument, a protected natural environment managed by the U"
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"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"