Parrot Fish posing for the camera over several corals

Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument

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๐Ÿ“ StateVI
๐Ÿ›๏ธ TypeNational Monument
๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ EntryFree
๐Ÿƒ Activities15
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National monument in the U.S. Virgin Islands

The Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument is a U.S. National Monument located off Saint John, Virgin Islands.

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About Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument

Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument includes federal submerged lands within the 3-mile belt off the island of St. John. These waters support a diverse and complex system of coral reefs and other ecosystems such as shoreline mangrove forests and seagrass beds.

Activities

Operating Hours

Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument

Always open

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to enter Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument?

Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument is free to enter.

What are the best activities at Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument?

Popular activities at Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument include: Boating, Motorized Boating, Sailing, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Saltwater Fishing, Paddling, Kayaking.

What is the weather like at Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument?

Mostly Perfect. The Tradewinds (the Easterlies) dominate the weather in the Virgin Islands, blowing east to west across the tropical Atlantic. The winter tends to bring stronger winds and less rain, and the summer tends to bring more rain and lighter winds.

How do I get to Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument?

Once on St. John, the only part of Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument accessible by land is in Hurricane Hole. To get to Hurricane Hole, follow route 10 from Cruz Bay to Estate Hermitage. The Monument extends eastward from Borck Creek to Haulover Bay along the southern shoreline of the Island. Just a sliver of the Monument touches the north shore. To the west of the Monument line is National Park waters, and to the east is territorial waters.

Entrance Fees

Free Admission

Weather

Mostly Perfect. The Tradewinds (the Easterlies) dominate the weather in the Virgin Islands, blowing east to west across the tropical Atlantic. The winter tends to bring stronger winds and less rain, and the summer tends to bring more rain and lighter winds.

Directions

Once on St. John, the only part of Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument accessible by land is in Hurricane Hole. To get to Hurricane Hole, follow route 10 from Cruz Bay to Estate Hermitage. The Monument extends eastward from Borck Creek to Haulover Bay along the southern shoreline of the Island. Just a sliver of the Monument touches the north shore. To the west of the Monument line is National Park waters, and to the east is territorial waters.

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Location

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Coordinates18.2900, -64.7068

Official Resources

NPS Official Website